Under the general direction of the Director of Student Services, the Student Life Coordinator supports the design and implementation of a wide range of strategies and programs that enhance the academic, social, spiritual, and cultural experiences for students in the College of Health Science (PCHS) located at Pepperdine University’s Calabasas campus.
This role works collaboratively with Pepperdine Malibu campus departments and academic units to ensure a seamless onboarding experience and sustained student engagement for undergraduate and graduate students both in-person and online.

The Student Life Coordinator also oversees volunteer programs and service events, fostering a culture of community involvement by building campus and community partnerships, organizing meaningful service opportunities, and promoting leadership in alignment with the University’s mission. The coordinator will also collaborate with the Hub for Spiritual Life to provide worship and spiritual care events, programming, and resources to cultivate a vibrant and consistent spiritual life within the PCHS.

The Student Life Coordinator will be responsible for integrating both online and in-person student communities to ensure an inclusive and connected student experience across all delivery modalities. In addition, the coordinator enhances the student experience by facilitating student engagement through club and organization programming, student governance, and leadership development initiatives that promote applied learning and a vibrant campus life. As this is a new position supporting a newly developing program and location, the manager will play a critical role in establishing both student and spiritual life within the CHS, as well as shaping the foundational PCHS Calabasas campus culture from the ground up.

With its initial academic programs having launched in August 2025, the College of Health Science remains in the early stages of its development. As needs continue to emerge, the Student Life Coordinator must remain adaptable and prepared to respond to unexpected requests and responsibilities. It is also expected that, as the college grows and matures, the Student Life Coordinator’s role will evolve within student services to align with program and college performance metrics, while continuing to provide support for the college’s students, schools, and programs.

Duties

• Support the development, promotion, and implementation of high-quality student programs that foster a vibrant campus culture, sense of belonging, and active participation in co-curricular activities. 
• Support and manage New Student Orientation (NSO) and other student experiences to support the academic and social engagement of the PCHS student population across multiple campus locations and both online and in-person learning modalities.
• Partner with Pepperdine's Hub for Spiritual Life to support student well-being and facilitate spiritual development as part of the PCHS student experience. 
• Lead service programming by planning and executing opportunities that foster a culture of service, volunteerism, and community involvement. 
• Advise student leaders on event planning best practices, organizational processes, and compliance with University policies while proactively ensuring risk management procedures are in place for all student-led events and managing the annual student organization calendar through the student organization management platform. 
• Collaborate with the Director of Student Services, college deans, and program stakeholders to design student experience initiatives that promote retention and persistence. 
• Leverage digital tools and media platforms to create and distribute marketing materials that promote student services events, including workshops, orientations, and community-building activities. 
• Track and evaluate the success of service programs and events, using data and student feedback to guide continuous improvement. 
• Support student community and belonging by engaging with student organizations and university partners across Pepperdine. 
• Support the recruiting, hiring, training, and supervision of student employees and student leaders, ensuring a developmental and enriching employment experience. 
• Other duties as assigned 
• Uphold University mission through work performed. 

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Skills and Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 1 year of relevant full-time professional experience in a student affairs or student service-related area with evidence of proficiency and potential for further growth.
• Ability to integrate Christian faith with student development theories and practice.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills; excellent administrative, organizational, program coordination, leadership, and fiscal management skills; strong analytical skills, ability to work collaboratively as a team member.
• Experience designing or managing student services that bridge online and in-person programs is essential to ensure consistent support and engagement across all learning environments.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-faceted events and communicating effectively with a variety of vendors and campus partners.
• Proficiency in digital and social media platforms is required to support the effective communication and promotion of student events and activities.

Preferred:

• A background in student affairs, student activities, or campus programming is highly desirable, as is demonstrated experience working with non-traditional student populations.
• Experience in event planning, promotion, and facilitation with a strong record of supporting students from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience working in Student Services within a College of Health Sciences or a health science-focused academic environment.
• Experience participating in spiritual programming and community (including but not limited to the Christian Church).
• Knowledge of University programming in areas like Orientation, Student Life/Services, Housing and Residence Life, or other related fields.
• Strong conversational and interpersonal skills. Experienced in building relationships with students.
• Proficiency in digital and social media platforms is required to support the effective communication and promotion of student events and activities.
• Proficiency in graphic design using platforms like Marq.
• Experience with software like Navigate360.

This is a Regular, Nonexempt, 40 hour per week position.

Expected Pay Range: $24.03 - $25.96 per hour 

The above pay range reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this position at time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on relevant factors such as work experience, market conditions, education/training, and skill level. In addition to base pay, Pepperdine offers a robust and highly competitive benefits package.

Pepperdine is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Qualified individuals should be able to show respect for workplace differences, and have the ability to work effectively with individuals from different backgrounds.

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal, education, and employment screening. The University conducts such screenings in compliance with applicable laws and with the objectives of evaluating risk and supporting a safe environment for students, faculty, staff, and guests; safeguarding key University assets including people, property, information, and the University’s reputation; and providing comprehensive job-related information to University leaders to enable them to make prudent hiring decisions. Individuals will be required to disclose any criminal convictions on a designated form after receiving a conditional offer of employment; failure to disclose accurate information may result in withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment. Qualified individuals with criminal histories will be considered for employment in compliance with applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.