Academic Programs Coordinator

Boise State University; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Boise State University School of Nursing seeks an Academic Programs Coordinator to manage core administrative operations, data reporting, and project execution for assigned programs. You will coordinate clinical placements, ensure compliance, support admissions, and serve as the primary liaison for students, faculty, and community partners.

The role emphasizes independent work, attention to detail, and effective communication in a fast-paced academic setting within Boise, Idaho.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years of professional experience or equivalent.
• Experience in administrative coordination and maintaining student records.
• Experience coordinating clinical placements and admissions processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication and professional liaison skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support and execute projects, daily operations, and activities within the department.
• Maintain precise student files and generate monthly/semester program reports.
• Facilitate delivery of program services and improve operational efficiency.
• Oversee work of student employees and support student groups as needed.
• Collaborate with the Clinical Coordinator on placements and admissions processes.

Skills

Prioritization & multitasking

Autonomy

Communication skills

Liaison with stakeholders

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Data reporting platforms

Clinical placement platforms

Job description

Job Summary/Basic Function:

The Academic Programs Coordinator manages core administrative operations, data reporting, and project execution for assigned academic programs. Additionally, this role specializes in coordinating clinical placements, managing compliance, supporting the admissions process, and serving as a primary liaison for students, faculty, and community partners.

Department Overview:

At Boise State University School of Nursing, we prepare nursing students to provide caring, holistic and quality nursing services to variedpopulations while also facilitating the development of leadership and interprofessional skills. Our experienced faculty and dedicated staff are focused on academic excellence, high touch student services, meaningful scholarly pursuits and engagement with our nursing community.

Level Scope:

Fully competent and productive professional contributor who applies acquired job skills, policies, and procedures to complete substantive assignments/projects/tasks of moderate scope and complexity. Works independently with general supervision; exercises judgment within defined guidelines and practices to determine appropriate action. May provide guidance and assistance to entry level professionals and/or support employees.

Essential Functions:

60% of the time the Academic Programs Coordinator must:

• Provide comprehensive administrative support and execute assigned projects, daily operations, and activities within the specified department.
• Maintain precise student files and records; analyze program data to generate and disseminate periodic monthly and semester reports.
• Facilitate the delivery of required program services and independently manage specific program elements to improve overall operational efficiency.
• May oversee, guide, or coordinate the work of student employees or less experienced staff members; provide administrative support to student groups as needed.

35% of the time the Academic Programs Coordinator must:

• Work directly with the Clinical Coordinator to facilitate student clinical placements and manage logistics utilizing various placement platforms.
• Oversee and enforce clinical compliance requirements within the School of Nursing (SON); collaborate with community partners to ensure faculty and students obtain necessary training, system access, and security badges.
• Provide substantial administrative support to the admissions committee and guide applicants through the admissions process.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for the SON; proactively communicate clinical placements and health compliance deadlines to students.
• Utilize knowledge of academic and complex clinical policies to triage student and faculty inquiries appropriately; independently draft professional correspondence, reports, and memos.

5% of the time the Academic Programs Coordinator must:

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Ability to effectively prioritize, manage, and execute multiple projects and concurrent tasks in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision, utilizing reference materials and systems to develop proficiency in new software.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to exercise discretion when handling sensitive or confidential information.
• Proven ability to represent the department professionally, serving as an effective liaison between faculty, students, staff, and external community partners.

MinimumQualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years of professional experience or equivalent relevant experience.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary range is $49,732.80 to $51,708.80 annually and is commensurate with experience.Boise State University provides a best-in-classbenefits package , including (but not limited to):

• 12paid holidays AND the University is closed between Christmas and New Year's (requires use of 3 vacation days)
• Between 12-24annual paid vacation days for full-time Professional and Classified staff depending on position type and years of service

About Us:

Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We’re a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond.

Boise State is proud to be recognized by Forbes as the only Idaho employer listed in the top 100 of all national midsize and large employers. We’re building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, experiences, and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed.

Advertised: August 11, 2026 Mountain Daylight Time
Applications close: August 25, 2026 11:55 PM Mountain Daylight Time

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