Program Coordinator

The University of South Dakota Knudson School of Law; Vermillion (SD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Dakota invites applications for a Program Coordinator in Vermillion, SD, within the Office of Accessibility. The role supports policy administration, coordinates services and projects, maintains public websites and training resources, and contributes to accessibility initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication and project coordination skills, experience managing client relationships, and the ability to work collaboratively with campus stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating programs, projects, client services, or administrative operations.
• Strong customer service and relationship management skills.
• Experience managing websites, training platforms, or digital resources.
• Experience planning, coordinating, or delivering training.
• Familiarity with accessibility concepts or compliance initiatives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong organizational skills with multiple projects.
• Proficient with common business, collaboration, and content management software.

Responsibilities

• Support administration of operating policies, procedures, and bookkeeping activities.
• Serve as primary contact for clients and coordinate services and activities.
• Maintain positive client relationships and facilitate internal communication.
• Maintain public-facing websites, training portals, and marketing materials.
• Assist with development and delivery of training workshops and webinars.
• Coordinate communication among stakeholders to support accessibility initiatives.
• Maintain records and reports related to accessibility and program operations.
• Work closely with the Director to coordinate projects and programs.
• Perform other duties to support the Center for Digital Accessibility.

Skills

Program coordination

Client services

Website management

Training coordination

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Tools

Content Management Systems

Job description

Posting Details

Institution: The University of South Dakota

Working Title: Program Coordinator

Posting Number: CSA02780P

Department: USD-Office of Accessibility

Physical Location of Position (City): Vermillion

Posting Date: 07/30/2026

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

First Consideration Date: 08/13/2026

Advertised Salary Duration of the Term 12 months

Appointment Percent: 100

Work Hours: 8am to 5pm; Monday-Friday

Appointment Type: Regular Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search

This position requires Travel, Valid Drivers License, Other If other, please indicate

Qualifications

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Support the administration of operating policies, procedures, operational guidelines, and bookkeeping activities.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, responding to inquiries and coordinating services, projects, and activities.
• Maintain positive client relationships and facilitate communication between clients and internal stakeholders to support successful project outcomes.
• Maintain and update public-facing websites, training portals, training resources, and marketing materials to ensure content is accurate, accessible, current, and engaging.
• Assist with the development, coordination, and delivery of training workshops, webinars, presentations, and educational resources related to digital accessibility and related topics.
• Coordinate communication and collaboration among university stakeholders, clients, and partners to support accessibility initiatives and projects.
• Maintain records, documentation, reports, and other materials related to accessibility, training, and program operations.
• Work closely with the Director of the Office of Accessibility to support and coordinate projects, activities, and programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Center for Digital Accessibility and the Office of Accessibility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience coordinating programs, projects, client services, or administrative operations.
• Strong customer service and relationship management skills, with the ability to work effectively with a variety of stakeholders.
• Experience managing websites, online content, training platforms, or digital resources.
• Experience planning, coordinating, or delivering training, workshops, presentations, or educational programming.
• Familiarity with digital accessibility principles, accessibility standards, or accessibility compliance initiatives.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Proficiency with common business, collaboration, and content management software.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and contribute effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

The USD Office of Accessibility fosters a collaborative culture committed to advancing equal access and opportunity for all through innovation, service, and partnerships across the USD Vermillion campus, Sioux Falls campus, and the State of South Dakota.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.