Academic Programs & Events Coordinator

Grinnell College; Grinnell (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Grinnell College is seeking an Academic Program Support Assistant to provide administrative and technical support for the educational mission. This role collaborates with campus colleagues, maintains confidentiality, communicates effectively with diverse individuals, and applies independent judgment while supporting accessibility best practices.

Responsibilities include managing science office operations, coordinating events, supporting faculty recruitment and hiring processes, and assisting

Qualifications

• Strong ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Excellent communication with diverse campus stakeholders.
• Ability to learn quickly and apply problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support science office operations, including budgeting, purchasing, and travel reimbursements.
• Coordinate conferences, lectures, and other events within budgets and policies.
• Assist faculty searches, scheduling interviews, travel, and candidate logistics.
• Provide academic and research support, including course reserves and classroom tech help.

Skills

Confidentiality

Effective communication

Independent judgment

Problem solving

Learning agility

Accessibility best practices

Tools

Online recruitment systems

Job description

Grinnell College is seeking an Academic Program Support Assistant to provide administrative and technical support for the educational mission. This role collaborates with campus colleagues, maintains confidentiality, communicates effectively with diverse individuals, and applies independent judgment while supporting accessibility best practices.

Responsibilities include managing science office operations, coordinating events, supporting faculty recruitment and hiring processes, and assisting