Operations Coordinator, Classical Christian Honors College

University of Northwestern - St. Paul; Minnesota; On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Northwestern – St. Paul is seeking an Office Coordinator for the Classical Christian Honors College on campus in St. Paul, MN.

This role provides essential administrative and operational support, coordinating processes, events, and communications to maintain a welcoming office aligned with Northwestern’s mission. The position requires strong organizational and interpersonal skills, with 1+ year of relevant experience and an emphasis on service.

Qualifications

• Associate degree OR equivalent combination of education and administrative experience.
• Minimum of one (1) year of relevant administrative experience.
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Maintain a growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, reflect His character in all interactions, and faithfully uphold and embrace Northwestern’s mission, Doctrinal Statement and Declaration of Christian Community

Responsibilities

• Office Administration & Department Operations: Support daily operations, maintain organized information systems, and guide student employees through training, scheduling, and timesheets.
• Faculty Support: Coordinate resources and streamline classroom and instructional support to allow faculty to focus on teaching.
• Student Support & Customer Service: Be the first point of contact for students and assist with advising, registration, events, and engagement initiatives.
• Academic Process Coordination: Help coordinate course scheduling, catalog updates, textbook orders, and key academic records, and support accreditation documentation.
• Budget & Purchasing Support: Monitor departmental budgets and assist with purchasing, reimbursements, and vendor orders.
• Communication & Information Management: Create clear internal communications and maintain department webpages.
• Event & Project Coordination: Plan events, meetings, and student activities and support cross-cultural programs as needed.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Skills

Independence & Teamwork

Confidentiality

Organizational Skills

Technical Proficiency

Written & Verbal Communication

Flexibility

Financial Familiarity

Driver’s License

Background Check

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

University of Northwestern – St. Paul is seeking an Office Coordinator for the Classical Christian Honors College on campus in St. Paul, MN.

This role provides essential administrative and operational support, coordinating processes, events, and communications to maintain a welcoming office aligned with Northwestern’s mission. The position requires strong organizational and interpersonal skills, with 1+ year of relevant experience and an emphasis on service.