Graduate Program Coordinator
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum of 1year of experience with administrative or academic program policies and procedures.
- Proficiency in computer software applications with working knowledge of MS Word and Excel, and the ability to learn new university systems, such as MAUI.
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, including initiating and developing projects.
- Demonstrated job-related experience with and/or commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the work/academic environment.
- Effective, high-level writing and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills as well as attention to detail.
Highly Desired Qualifications:
- Ability to travel to local, regional, and national student recruitment events and educational conferences.
Desired Qualifications:
- 3-5 years of administrative experience in an academic environment.
- Previous experience in program and/or project management.
- Knowledge of University of Iowa policies, procedures, and regulations.
- A Master’s degree in Public Health, Higher Education, Student Affairs, or related area.
Position and Application Details:
This position is being offered at a range of 80-100% appointment.
To be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal and credential background check. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For questions, contact Kay Shie at kay-shie@uiowa.edu.
Benefits Highlights:
- Regular salaried position. Located in Iowa City, Iowa.
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
