Graduate Programs & Academic Operations Coordinator

University of Mississippi; Mississippi; On-site; USD 52,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Mississippi seeks an Academic Operations Coordinator in the Department of Criminal Justice & Legal Studies. The role coordinates graduate program administration, student success initiatives, recruitment, outreach, and departmental communications to support enrollment and program goals.

The position also coordinates events, budget monitoring, and liaison activities with university offices and external partners to ensure efficient operations and excellent service to students and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3+ years of relevant experience required.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate academic, administrative, and operational activities for the Department of Criminal Justice & Legal Studies.
• Support graduate program administration, including admissions, enrollment management, student progression, and related academic processes.
• Serve as a primary contact for prospective, admitted, and enrolled students, assisting with departmental programs and university processes.
• Coordinate student success, recruitment, retention, outreach, and engagement initiatives to support enrollment and program goals.
• Develop and maintain communications with students, alumni, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders.

Education

Bachelor's (Required)

Relevant experience 3 years

Job description

University of Mississippi seeks an Academic Operations Coordinator in the Department of Criminal Justice & Legal Studies. The role coordinates graduate program administration, student success initiatives, recruitment, outreach, and departmental communications to support enrollment and program goals.

The position also coordinates events, budget monitoring, and liaison activities with university offices and external partners to ensure efficient operations and excellent service to students and