Graduate Student Programs Coordinator (Hybrid/Remote)

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 56,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah is seeking a Graduate Student Coordinator to support graduate programs, counsel diverse student populations, and promote a climate of respect and inclusivity. The role involves academic planning, degree progress tracking, and collaboration with faculty and staff across the campus.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) and 2 years of related experience, with preference for those with academic advising and higher education experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalency required.
• 2 years of related experience required.
• Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
• Ability to perform essential functions per job description.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate graduate program activities and advising for graduate students.
• Assist in scheduling, course planning, and degree progress tracking.
• Disseminate degree requirements and policy changes to students and faculty.
• Participate in search committees for staff or faculty positions.
• Support mentoring programs and graduate student organizations.
• Assist in coordinating committee work and coursework assignments.
• Provide curriculum feedback and help track department curricula changes.
• Coordinate admission portfolios and graduate committee processes.
• Support recruitment of prospective graduate students and applications processing.
• Assist in coordinating exams and defenses with faculty partners.
• Contribute to graduate program events and orientation activities.
• Serve as a liaison between the department and the Graduate School.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

University of Utah is seeking a Graduate Student Coordinator to support graduate programs, counsel diverse student populations, and promote a climate of respect and inclusivity. The role involves academic planning, degree progress tracking, and collaboration with faculty and staff across the campus.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) and 2 years of related experience, with preference for those with academic advising and higher education experience.