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About the Role

The MLK Scholars Cohort Manager is the primary representative and advocate for their graduating class within the Martin Luther King Scholars Program. This role fosters community, increases engagement, plans cohort experiences, and communicates peer needs to the Unity Center and MLK Scholars Advisory Council. It offers an opportunity to develop leadership, event planning, communication, and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary representative for your graduating class cohort.
Build community and strengthen connections among cohort members.
Promote participation in MLK Scholars Program initiatives and events.
Encourage student feedback and engagement throughout the academic year.
Plan and implement one cohort-exclusive event per month during the academic year.
Develop engaging experiences that support academic success, wellness, leadership development, and community building.
Work with the Unity Center to secure funding, reserve spaces, and coordinate logistics.
Serve on the MLK Scholars Advisory Council.
Attend monthly meetings with the Program Director.
Collect and communicate cohort concerns, feedback, and recommendations.
Advocate for the needs and interests of your cohort.
Assist in shaping future MLK Scholars initiatives and programming.
Maintain regular communication with cohort members.
Collaborate with Unity Center staff and fellow Cohort Managers.
Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and inclusive leadership.
Serve as a positive role model within the MLK Scholars community.

Requirements

Be a current MLK Scholar in good program and academic (including college) standing.
Be enrolled and on the Ithaca College Ithaca Main Campus for the full academic year.
Maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Be able to commit to the full term of employment.
Previous leadership experience in student organizations, athletics, academic programs, or community groups.
Interest in event planning, advocacy, or community engagement.
Desire to develop leadership and professional skills.

Skills

Leadership
Event planning
Communication
Advocacy
Interpersonal skills
Community engagement

Location

Ithaca Main Campus

Work Type

Full Academic Year (Fall and Spring Semesters)
Part-time

Experience Level

Student Employment

Salary/Compensations

$16.00 per hour

Benefits

Leadership development opportunities
Professional mentorship
Experience in event planning, advocacy, and community engagement
Event funding support for cohort programming

About the Company

Ithaca College’s student employment program offers meaningful experiential learning opportunities that develop transferable skills sought by employers across various industries.
These positions allow students to apply classroom knowledge in real-world professional settings, fostering both personal and professional growth.
Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply.
Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.

Equal Opportunity

Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply.