Student Coordinators

Communication Skills

• Demonstrate an ability to communicate efficiently and effectively
• Demonstrate collaborative behavior within groups
• Be able to initiate, support and maintain professional contacts

Comportment Skills

• Be able to project a welcoming and approachable demeanor at all times
• Dress appropriately to project a positive and professional image

Customer Service Skills

• Anticipate artist/performer needs whenever possible
• Demonstrate an ability to work with diverse people
• Be able to work in often tense or difficult situations
• Be courteous, knowledgeable, and available

Decision Making Skills

• Be able to follow through on event details and ensure completion of details
• Be able to evaluate, assess, diagnose, generate alternatives, and anticipate needs anytime you are required to problem solve

Financial Management Skills

• Be able to plan, develop, implement, monitor, and make adjustments to program budget based on funding
• Demonstrate an understanding of fiscal responsibility

Leadership Skills

• Support and coordinate events on behalf of the Student Activities Office and Whitman College
• Demonstrate an ability to function on the job with limited supervision
• Be able to respond appropriately to situations that arise
• Be able to delegate responsibilities to others that are working with you
• Be able to review and assess goals during the process and reflect on the overall outcomes
• Be able to evaluate, analyze and provide critical analysis of individual programs and personal effectiveness

Marketing Skills

• Create marketing campaign to inform Whitman students, staff, and faculty of upcoming events
• Be able to articulate marketing strategies best suited for Whitman's population of students

Practical Skills

• Become familiar with the Reid Campus Center, including the staff and services
• Organize and prioritize work, maintain accurate and thorough documentation
• Construct and review related programming documents (i.e. contract negotiations, contract management, contract review, etc.)