Program Coordinator

Morgan State University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan State University is seeking a Program Coordinator to support the Center for Urban and Coastal Climate Science Research (CUCCSR). The role focuses on coordinating research, education, workforce development, and grant-funded initiatives in collaboration with faculty, students, and partners.

The position requires a Bachelor's Degree and two years of administrative experience, with a Master’s preferred. Strong organizational, communication, and data management skills are essential in this

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required.
• Two years of professional administrative work experience is required.
• Master's degree in any discipline is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily program operations and support research and externally funded projects.
• Assist with proposal development, grant administration, and compliance requirements; monitor timelines, budgets, and reporting deadlines.
• Process financial transactions and maintain accurate records.
• Organize meetings, workshops, conferences, and community engagement events; develop communications and outreach materials.
• Maintain databases and program documentation; prepare reports for university leadership and funding agencies.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder engagement

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data management systems

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title: Program Coordinator

Division: Divison of Academic Affairs

Department: School of Computer, Mathematical & Natural Sciences

Work Status: Full Time

Position Category: Staff

FLSA: Exempt

Pay Range: Exempt

Salary Range: $60,000 / per year

Fund Source: State Support

Job Summary

The Program Coordinator supports the administrative, operational, financial, research, and outreach activities of Morgan State University's Center for Urban and Coastal Climate Science Research (CUCCSR). This position plays a key role in coordinating research, education, workforce development, community engagement, and grant-funded initiatives. The Program Coordinator works closely with faculty investigators, students, university departments, community partners, government agencies, and funding organizations to facilitate the successful implementation of center activities and achievement of program objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsibilities include coordinating daily program operations; supporting research and externally funded projects;
• Assisting with proposal development, grant administration, and compliance requirements; monitoring project timelines, milestones, budgets, and reporting deadlines; processing financial transactions and maintaining accurate records;
• Organizing meetings, workshops, conferences, and community engagement events; developing communication materials and outreach activities;
• Maintaining databases and program documentation;
• Preparing reports for university leadership and funding agencies; and ensuring compliance with institutional policies and sponsor regulations.

Requested Minimum Qualifications

Education: A Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from an accredited college or university is required.

Experience: Two years of professional administrative work experience is required.

Other Preferences for Consideration

• A Master's Degree in any discipline from an accredited college or university is preferred.
• Experience working in a higher education office and a general understanding of program administration is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational, communication, project management, and interpersonal skills;

• experience working in higher education, research, outreach, or grant-funded environments
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data management systems
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while engaging effectively with diverse stakeholders and communities.
• Strong computer, good interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to initiate and follow-through with work responsibilities to meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Strong ability to successfully engage respectfully with persons from diverse cultures

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number ST01615

Number of Vacancies 1

Job Open Date 09/18/2026

Application Review Date

Job Close Date 10/04/2026