*Lead Education Program Coordinator (Project Management)

Demonstrates proficient and comprehensive knowledge of defined skill areas/applications to integrate fundamental elements from other specialties into educational programs or initiatives. Applies knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of a particular field of specialization to complete difficult assignments. Typically works with minimal supervision on difficult assignments, conferring with manager on unusual matters.

Duties:

• Coordinates and facilitates programs.
• Assists with developing training materials for facilitators.
• Participates in the development, scheduling, and implementation of marketing and enrollment plans.
• Assists with the development of marketing strategies to promote programs.
• Develops and maintains relationships with various external businesses, organizations, schools, etc.
• Keeps these stakeholders informed of programs and addresses any questions/concerns.
• Compiles and prepares periodic reports.
• Evaluates program budgets/income.
• Assists with the recruitment of student interns/counselors.
• Responsible for program oversight when Supervisor is off-site.
• Coaches and mentors lower-level staff. 
• Delegates work and oversees task completion.
• Assists in developing operational goals, objectives, and standards for unit, programs, and projects.
• Coordinates with appropriate University offices to ensure timely publication and dissemination of materials.
• Assists with the maintenance, security, and disposition of confidential records.
• Attends partner/stakeholder meetings.
• Plans for and assists with new employee, student, and/or client orientation.
• Creates reports and program documentation.
• Oversees the completion of routine program maintenance activities.
• Recommends innovative plans for design or quality improvement of unit programs/procedures.
• Participates in or lead committees.
• May lead internal project team.
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Required Education: Bachelor's Degree in business, education, health, or related field, AND:

• 36 months of administrative or program coordination experience.

Equivalency/Substitution: Experience or a combination of education & related experience can be considered in lieu of degree. A one-to-one ratio is used to determine the number of years of experience required in place of a degree.

Skills:

• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate well and build rapport quickly with students, faculty, and staff
• Composition and proofreading skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office. Computer skills, including proficiency in navigating and maintaining databases
• Detail oriented for accuracy of data and information
• Highly organized and ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines
• Ability to read and interpret policy as well as State and Federal regulations
• Strong initiative to solve problems

Certifications: None

Working Conditions:

• Physical:
  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
  • Ability to engage in repetitive motion.
  • Communicate effectively
• Environmental:
  • Standard Office Environment 

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