(Hybrid) Program Coordinator - Honors College

The Honors College at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a Program Coordinator.

About the Opportunity

This position serves as Program Coordinator for the Honors College upper-level experiential learning program, meeting the mission of the Honors College by assisting and supporting students throughout their enrollment in the program. The position works with and reports to the Associate Dean of the Honors College.

We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:

• 37.5-hour work week
• 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
• 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year (employee leave)
• 18 sick days per year (for when you're ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family's, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
• WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ's.
• Wellness programs

What You'll Do

• Recruit and advise students applying for the Honors College upper-level experiential learning program through conducting workshops and information sessions in and out of classrooms, organizing and distributing program information, convening and coordinating with faculty mentors and academic advisers, and managing all logistical aspects of the program.
• Assist students with developing a plan to meet program requirements, including one-on-one meetings to provide feedback.
• Maintain internal student records for the program using the software provided (likely Suitable) to track student progress through the program.
• Liaise with the Honors College Records Assistant to ensure students' DegreeWorks are accurate.
• Represent, along with Honors College administrators, the Honors College and its programming, specifically the upper-level experiential learning program to internal and external constituencies.
• Participate in programmatic assessment, such as exit interviews or surveys of students, mentors and community partners.
• Coordinate with Honors College events team to recognize students' completion of program requirements prior to graduation.
• Manage daily communication through a vanity email account.
• Serve on college/university committees as appropriate.
• Develop and maintain cooperative relationships with units inside WVU, such as the Office of Undergraduate Research, the ASPIRE office, the Center for Community Engagement, the Office of Global Affairs and Career Services, among others.
• Develop content for the program website, social media accounts, and newsletter.
• Work with Honors College communications team for regular website review, update, and upkeep
• Correspond with program alumni and track their future pursuits.
• Attend conferences and other professional development events.
• Coordinate communication with stakeholders using databases, listserv and MailChimp.
• Assist with program development and policy.
• Act as a liaison between faculty and the program
• Facilitate with the Honors team, any spending on behalf of students and their projects
• Manage all relevant software to support the program (Suitable, Qualtrics, Navigate, etc).

• Master's degree
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in a student service area.
• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• An understanding of the value and processes of experiential learning.
• Writing and editing skills
• Managerial skills
• Public speaking skills and interpersonal skills
• Mentoring and advising skills
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office
• Quick to learn the institutional programs (Banner, Star, etc.)
• Ability to work on interdisciplinary teams
• Ability to work independently and to use discretion in decision-making

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters that includes a thesis.
• Experience in higher education

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and engaging working environment and actively seek candidates who bring diverse ideas, approaches and experiences.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and received an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. We value diversity among our faculty, staff and students and invite applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.