Academic Programs & Operations Support Specialist

Lincoln University of Missouri; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln University is seeking an Academic Program Support Specialist to provide comprehensive administrative support for the College of Professional Studies, liaise with faculty and students, and maintain department websites.

The role involves scheduling in Colleague, processing forms, managing budgets, coordinating meetings and events, and assisting with recruitment, orientation, and promotional materials. A supportive, detail‑oriented candidate will thrive here.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Colleague.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and keep organized records.
• Interpersonal skills appropriate to operate within a diverse population of faculty, staff, and students.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with faculty, department heads, current students, and prospective students.
• Build academic schedules in Colleague; submit related course forms and faculty paperwork.
• Assist in managing departmental budgets; enter requisitions and handle inventory.
• Set up meetings (face-to-face or virtual), catering, room reservations, and travel for department heads, faculty, and students.
• Assist with college recruitment, retention and orientation needs; coordinate with Admissions and Marketing.
• Manage department webpages and assist in preparation of promotional materials for the College.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Colleague

Verbal & written communication

Multi-tasking

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Lincoln University is seeking an Academic Program Support Specialist to provide comprehensive administrative support for the College of Professional Studies, liaise with faculty and students, and maintain department websites.

The role involves scheduling in Colleague, processing forms, managing budgets, coordinating meetings and events, and assisting with recruitment, orientation, and promotional materials. A supportive, detail‑oriented candidate will thrive here.