Program Coordinator, College of Social & Behavioral Sciences

University of Arizona; Tucson (AZ); Vor Ort; USD 52.000 - 78.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Tuition reduction for employee and/ or

Full benefits

Health insurance

Zusammenfassung

The University of Arizona's School of Anthropology is seeking a Program Coordinator to oversee curriculum and enrollment across PhD and master's programs, serving as the liaison between graduate students and the Graduate College. The role also provides administrative support to the Director of Graduate Studies and the school director, managing records, admissions, and related processes.

Responsibilities include coordinating class schedules, assisting with GradApp and GradPath, and supporting

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Aufgaben

• Curriculum & Enrollment Coordination: Maintain and update schedule of classes for undergraduate and graduate courses across modalities and sessions.
• Graduate Program Coordination: Coordinate graduate program application and admissions process with GradApp, orientation, and graduation events.
• Administrative Support: Support Directors of Undergraduate and Graduate Studies, Curriculum Committee, and Administration Manager; handle daily operations.
• Graduate student support: Assist graduate student advisors, track progress with GradPath, and manage scholarship/ funding logistics.
• Events and logistics: Collaborate on events, committee meetings, orientations, speaker visits, and retreats.

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Jobbeschreibung

Program Coordinator, College of Social & Behavioral Sciences

Position Highlights

At the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences (SBS), we work to investigate ideas, transform social conditions, and tell unheard stories. We prepare students, engage in research, and collaborate with community partners to address everyday challenges, be thoughtful problem-solvers, and build solidarity with others across the world. We are rooted in the unique sense of place in our Borderlands region. With more than 30 SBS majors, the College of SBS has a portfolio of competitive and highly ranked graduate programs. Seven of our graduate programs are nationally ranked in the top 25, including top 5 programs in anthropology, geography, political philosophy, and creative nonfiction. With a wide range of subjects to choose from, our students can explore subjects ranging from ancient philosophy to artificial intelligence.

The University of Arizona's Department School of Anthropology within the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences (SBS) invites you to apply to the role of Program Coordinator.

This role is responsible for curriculum and enrollment across all academic programs, as well as administrative support for the School of Anthropology. The position coordinates a graduate program consisting of two degree programs: the PhD and Master's programs. Responsibilities include serving as the liaison between graduate students and the Graduate College and as the primary administrative contact for faculty who work with graduate students.

Administrative support is provided to the Director of Graduate Studies and the school director. The role oversees the graduate student process from pre-application and recruitment through application and enrollment and throughout students' tenure in their programs. Key duties include responding to graduate student inquiries; processing financial aid, scholarships, and graduate applications; and managing official paperwork to verify graduate student milestones. The role also collaborates with the Outreach Coordinator on events related to graduate students.

Additionally, this individual works with the Associate Director on the schedule of classes and staffing of said courses in the School of Anthropology.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Duties & Responsibilities

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here

Curriculum & Enrollment Coordination:

• Maintain and update schedule of classes for undergraduate and graduate courses across all modalities and sessions/semesters.
• Coordinate course details and catalog updates, including course/program add requests, course modifications, and course inactivation for undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Monitor class and departmental enrollment data, SCH, and majors and various reports for enrollment, temporary teaching budget, RCM, etc.
• Support the submission of proposals for new majors, minors, and certificates.
• Collaborate with others on the SBS Temporary Teaching Budget Report.
• Register undergraduate and graduate students in classes, as needed.
• In coordination with the Outreach Coordinator, manage student internships and coordinate with supervisors from partner organizations.

Graduate Program Coordination:

• Coordinate graduate program application and admissions process with GradApp.
• In coordination with the Outreach Coordinator, ensure incoming graduate students are oriented into the program.
• Assist in coordinating and managing orientation and graduation ceremonies.
• Provide support to graduate student advisors and the Director of Graduate Studies with GradPath forms, student self-evaluations and general communications.
• Meet and assist graduate students throughout their course of study, including registration, plan of study, petitions, written and oral comprehensive exams and PhD defense scheduling.
• Monitor graduate student progress using GradPath and maintain graduate student files.
• Work with Directors of Undergraduate and Graduate studies to coordinate scholarships, assistantships, student funding, assignments, and generate offer letters.
• Work with instructors to help manage GTA semester evaluations.

Administrative Support:

• Support Directors of Undergraduate and Graduate Studies, the Curriculum Committee, and the Manager of Administration.
• Perform administrative tasks related to the daily operation of academic programs, including departmental files, course syllabi, course evaluations, course descriptions, book orders, change of grade forms, etc.
• Collaborate with and assist department personnel on logistics for events, committee meetings, orientations, speaker visits, and retreats.
• Advise on academic policies and procedures related to graduate students.
• Other duties as assigned.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• Master's degree in related field.

Location

Tucson Campus

Address

Tucson, AZ USA

Department

School of Anthropology

Department Website Link

https://anthropology.arizona.edu/

FLSA

Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week

40

Job FTE

1.0

Work Calendar

Fiscal

Job Category

Student Services

Benefits Eligible

Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay

DOE

Compensation Type

salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade

6

Compensation Guidance

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

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Career Stream and Level

PC2

Job Family

Student Services Admin

Job Function

Student Services

Type of criminal background check required:

Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies

1

Contact Information for Candidates

Perlana Howard
[e-mail]

Open Date

10/15/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

Please upload your cover letter as a separate attachment.

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