Graduate Program Coordinator - Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship

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Tallahassee (FL)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading higher education institution in Tallahassee is seeking a Graduate Program Coordinator. This role involves overseeing graduate admissions, coordinating with faculty on course schedules, and supporting students academically. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and be skilled in collaboration and communication. The anticipated salary range is $50,000 to $60,000, and this full-time position offers opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and two years of experience, or high school diploma with six years of experience.
Experience working with graduate programs or higher education administration preferred.
Familiarity with academic budgeting and project planning is a plus.

Responsibilities

Oversee graduate admissions and advising for the Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship.
Manage scheduling of graduate-level courses and coordinate with faculty.
Prepare the annual academic budget and lead curriculum meetings.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Advising

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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Job Title: Graduate Program Coordinator - Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship

Location: Tallahassee, FL

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 61000

Department

Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship

Responsibilities

The Graduate Program Manager plays a pivotal role in overseeing the Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship’s graduate programs. Reporting to the Assistant Dean of Graduate Studies, this position is responsible for:

Academic Operations

Scheduling graduate-level courses and coordinating with faculty and staff to avoid conflicts.
Building graduate courses in FSU systems and ensuring compliance with first-day attendance and textbook procedures.
Preparing the annual academic budget in collaboration with the Assistant Deans.
Leading bi-annual curriculum meetings and benchmarking peer universities for program development.
Manage effective reporting and analysis.

Graduate Admissions & Advising

Managing all aspects of graduate admissions and advising.
Attending recruitment events and committee meetings.
Maintaining and improving workflows for admissions and advising.
Providing academic, career, and personal support to students.
Planning and executing graduate orientations.

Administrative Support

Supporting the JMC Academic Office with course building, curriculum requests, scholarships, and room scheduling.
Coordinating with central FSU offices to deliver timely reports and communications.

Graduate Assistant Oversight & Events

Managing graduate assistant hiring, training compliance, and tuition waivers.
Liaising with research faculty to support GA needs.
Collaborating with the Marketing and Events Manager to plan graduate student events, including graduation celebrations.

Other Duties

Supporting JMC events and special projects.
Ensuring delivery of mutually defined services and responsibilities.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and two years of experience; or a high school diploma/equivalent and six years of experience. (Note: a combination of post high school education and experience equal to six years.)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with graduate programs and or higher education administration.
Familiarity with academic budgeting and project planning.
Student advising experience.

Other Information

Who is an ideal candidate?

The Jim Moran College is seeking a candidate who is a skilled collaborator, possesses excellent communication abilities, and has experience advising students. Previous experience in advising students at the graduate level is preferred. This role requires effective communication with various stakeholders and necessitates timely and frequent coordination to ensure success.

What is a typical day like?

The typical days will vary during the semester. It will include scheduling graduate-level student and teaching schedules, managing graduate student complaints or issues, coordinating graduate admissions, and advising, coordinating academic administrative support for Jim Moran College’s entire academic office, and ensuring mutually defined services are provided.

What is expected in the first 60-90 days?

In the first 60-90 days, this position will be expected to attend various training courses relevant to their job duties. They will regularly meet with graduate students, faculty, and staff to learn about our programs and processes, as well as begin helping with coordinating admissions, classes, etc.

Contact Info

Please contact our team at jmc-hr@fsu.edu for any questions.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

Learn more about our university and campuses.

Anticipated Salary Range

The minimum starting salary for this position is in the mid $40,000's, commensurate with experience and education.

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Considerations

This is an A&P position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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