This is a full-time position primarily providing administrative coordination for multiple Leadership and Civic Engagement (LCE) programs and activities within the Department of Community Development (CD).
This position will provide support to leadership and civic engagement cohorts including the Growing Local Leadership program, alumni events and activities, a pilot Community of Practice Program and other LCE programming in Northern Minnesota. Cohort programs are groups of participants who share a particular experience together over a designated period of time.
The Program coordinator reports to the Program Leader for Leadership and Civic Engagement (LCE) and will collaborate closely with key educators providing leadership for the cohorts and with other educator colleagues and support staff involved with this work.
Responsibilities: The Program Coordinator will work in the context of the mission of Extension as well as that of the Department of Community Development. The work aligns with the LCE program framework and program team priorities. Program responsibilities include: Leadership and Civic Engagement Program and Operations Coordination Leadership and Civic Engagement Program and Participant and Alumni Coordination Leadership and Civic Engagement Finance Coordination
Location/Schedule/Travel This position has the office location option of either Crookston or Moorhead Extension Regional Office. In office work is expected along with hybrid work options available. This is a full-time, 100% time appointment, with shift options mainly between 7:30am 5pm, and some evening and weekends that will be preplanned to adjust the work schedule (overtime may be necessary for certain educational programs/events). Travel is required to attend in-person meetings throughout Northern MN and periodic statewide meetings (15% of time) including some overnight stays. Reimbursement for travel and subsistence is available in accordance with University policy.
Required Qualifications: Bachelors degree in project management or related field (education, non-profit work, etc.), or a combination of relevant education and work experience totaling 4 years. Project coordination experience Experience handling meeting/event logistics Significant experience with Microsoft Windows (Word, Publisher, PowerPoint and Excel) and Google Suite and with web-based programs (social media and/or web pages). Experience formatting, drafting, or writing routine to complex correspondence and materials. Experience working with diverse populations and communities Experience working with clientele in face-to-face, phone, email and/or text interactions. Ability to work with multiple projects and still maintain high quality. Skills in interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills
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The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts University HSA contributions Disability and employer-paid life insurance Employee wellbeing program Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity Financial counseling services Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
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