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Program Coordinator - Department of Psychology

Azusa Pacific University

Program Coordinator - Department of Psychology

National
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    APU is seeking employees who desire to engage in our thriving culture by cultivating community through professional interactions, demonstrating a posture of lifelong learning, and modeling Christ-like character. Working together, employees at APU commit to establishing a university atmosphere that is edifying to God and to one another.                               

     

    The Program Coordinator for Psychology will manage department activities, as well as special projects, for the graduate programs in psychology under the direction of the Department Chair.  The program coordinator will work closely with the program Directors and Department Chair in an effort to manage the recruitment and administrative responsibilities of the graduate Programs.  The coordinator is also responsible for overseeing the planning and managing of special events and activities for the Graduate Programs.

     

    REQUIRED EDUCATION

    • M.A. or B.A. with five years administrative leadership

     

    REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

    • M.A. or B.A. with five years administrative leadership

     

    PRIMARY DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

    • Oversees and plans department recruitment, organization and advising activities and direct advising of students needing guidance.
    • Coordinate and submit course schedules in a timely manner to Registrar.
    • Coordinate with the Registrar any schedule changes in the Program.
    • Interface with other departments in the university. Coordinates meetings, and provides administrative support to the chair, program directors, and faculty of the department.
    • Oversee workload for graduate student workers in Psychology department.
    • Coordinates and facilitates special events for the department.
    • Coordinates IDEA requisitions each semester.
    • Manages correspondence with students.
    • Manages social media, department website, and other communication with community.
    • Oversees program scheduling, calendar and reservations.
    • Assist the chair in budget management for programs (e.g., track spending and fund availability for all budget lines, provide weekly budget updates and spending projections)
    • Assist program directors of three graduate programs in the oversight and administration of programs.
    • Oversees the management of assisting faculty in various tasks.
    • Oversees graduate program orientation, new cohort launches, student matriculation documentation, and graduation and alumni events.
    • Manages the hiring logistics for all new adjuncts. Manage correspondence with both adjunct and faculty.
    • Manages the faculty contracts by semester and interfaces with Human Resources and Payroll to ensure they are completed in a timely manner.
    • Records minutes in faculty meetings.
    • Oversees the service and maintenance of all program resources, assists in purchasing resources as needed.
    • Oversees the essential day to day office functions: monitoring paperwork, answering email and the telephone, distributing office mail, maintaining office files, ordering office supplies, processing mailings and duplication.
    • Regular, punctual attendance as required by the supervisor based on department needs.
    • Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

     

    SKILLS

    • Strong interpersonal skills
    • Strong organizational skills. 
    • Excellent attention to detail. 
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
    • Ability to coordinate multiple schedules.
    • Ability to manage student workers and prioritize tasks. 
    • Knowledge of accounting practices and budget tracking.
    • Grant tracking and management.
    • Proficient in learning software and university internal databases and electronic/software programs.
    • Proficient in social media platforms and website development/maintenance

     

    MENTAL DEMANDS

    • Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion.
    • Ability to manage several tasks simultaneously.
    • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
    • Ability to maintain a courteous, helpful attitude when dealing with faculty, staff, students and the public.
    • In agreement with the purpose and goals of Azusa Pacific University in providing a Christian-based higher education for its students.

     

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS

    • Requires repetitive motion and sitting at computer keyboard.
    • Hearing and speaking on the telephone.
    • Meetings may require walking and/or driving to various University locations.
    • Ability to pull, push, bend, grasp, reach and lift up to 20 lbs.
    • Must be able to climb stairs multiple times in a work day.

     

    VISUAL DEMANDS

    • Computer monitor and reading.

     

    ENVIRONMENT

    • Pleasant office setting, comfortable temperature.

     

    TECHNOLOGIES

    • Proficient in all versions of software used by the university including: MS Word, MS Excel spreadsheets, MS PowerPoint, MS Publisher. Etc., Gmail, Google Docs, Windows, and Macintosh OS.

     

    COMPENSATION

    • Grade 7: $19.49-$25.33/hourly
    • Salary will be commensurate with qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

     

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    Azusa Pacific University will conduct a background check on all final candidates, including a DMV check.

     

    Review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled unless otherwise stated. Azusa Pacific University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

     

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