Academic Services Coordinator

Montana State University - Office of Student Engagement; Bozeman (MT); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Montana State University is seeking an Academic Services Coordinator within the College of Education, Health and Human Development's Department of Education. This position serves as the initial point of contact for students and the public, manages undergraduate and some graduate programs, and provides administrative, technical, and customer service support to faculty and students.

The successful candidate will coordinate course schedules, records, prerequisites, and scholarships; assist with

Qualifications

• Progressively responsible administrative work experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• Demonstrated experience in customer service and working with constituents from all backgrounds.
• Experience organizing, prioritizing, meeting deadlines, and maintaining accuracy.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, Outlook, and computer databases.

Responsabilités

• Coordinate undergraduate program aspects, including student registration, prerequisites checks, records management, DegreeWorks exceptions, and scholarship awarding processes.
• Develop and update semester-by-semester course schedules with department leadership.
• Analyze enrollment, courses, and curriculum data.
• Support MAT student registration and application processes with the Director of Alternative Pathways.
• Maintain course schedules for licensure and graduate programs.
• Maintain undergraduate catalog entries for licensure programs.
• Provide guidance on policies with campus partners.
• Prepare course scheduling requests and room assignments with Registrar’s Office.
• Coordinate newsletters, materials, and website/social media with University Communications.
• Plan and coordinate departmental events with colleagues.
• Provide front-line customer service and daily office support.

Connaissances

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Database systems

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Outils

DegreeWorks

Description du poste

Position Details

Position Information

Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 27138

For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Leslie Rogers

406-994-3879

[e-mail]

Classification Title Program Coord II Working Title Academic Services Coordinator Brief Position Overview

The Academic Services Coordinator is a critical member of the Department of Education within the College of Education, Health and Human Development, serving as the initial point of contact for students and the public. This role manages the undergraduate and some graduate programs, provides comprehensive administrative, technical, and customer service support, and assists faculty in delivering outstanding educational opportunities to students at Montana State University.

Position Number 4M0789 Department Education Division College of Education, Health & Human Development Appointment Type Classified Contract Term Fiscal Year Semester If other, specify From date If other, specify End date FLSA Non-Exempt Union Affiliation FOCUS-MFPE FTE 1.0 Benefits Eligible Eligible Salary $21.99 per hour, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications Contract Type Classified Salary If other, please specify Recruitment Type Open

General Statement

The mission of the Department of Education is to prepare highly qualified professional educators and administrators through exemplary campus and distance-based programs and field placements in quality public and private schools. In addition, the department contributes to the state of Montana and the nation through the faculty’s active research and outreach efforts.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinates key aspects of undergraduate programs, including student registration, course prerequisite checks, records management, DegreeWorks exceptions, and scholarship awarding processes.
• Work with the Department Head, Director of Teacher Education Program, and Program Leaders to develop and update semester-by-semester course schedules
• Compiles and analyzes data related to enrollment, courses, and curriculum.
• In collaboration with the Director of Alternative Pathways, support MAT student registration and application processes.
• Organize, coordinate, and maintain course schedules for all initial licensure teacher preparation and graduate programs within the Department of Education.
• Coordinate and maintain undergraduate academic catalog entries for all initial licensure programs
• Provides guidance on department and university policies and procedures in conjunction with various campus partners
• Prepare and submit course scheduling requests room assignments, as well as performs section management in collaboration with the Registrar’s Office
• Coordinates with departmental colleagues, the Dean’s Office, and University Communications to develop newsletters, promotional materials, and departmental content, including website and social media updates.
• Plans and coordinates departmental events in collaboration with departmental and college colleagues
• Provides front-line customer service and daily office support. Maintains shared spaces and schedules as well as some department websites and listservs.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Progressively responsible administrative work experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• Demonstrated experience in customer service and working with constituents from all backgrounds.
• Demonstrated experience organizing and prioritizing multiple work assignments, meeting deadlines, and exercising adaptability with a high degree of accuracy.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, Outlook, and computer databases.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Knowledge of MSU procedures and policies, or previous experience working in an academic department in a higher education setting.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Communicates clearly and effectively through professional communications, technical writing, and presentations.
• Ability to problem solve using high-level interpretation, discretion, and judgement.
• Organizes and gathers data, interprets results, and prepares reports.
• Organizes and prioritizes work assignments and meets deadlines.
• Works on multiple tasks simultaneously and effectively.
• Works well as a team member and supports the work of others through positive approaches.
• Establishes and maintains a positive rapport with professional staff, faculty, and students.

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

This position has supervisory duties? No

Posting Detail Information

Number Of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date At The Conclusion Of a Successful Search. Position End Date (if Temporary) Open Date Close Date Applications Will Be

Screening of applications will begin on October 28, 2026; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Special Instructions

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

EEO Statement

Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Supplemental Questions

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