Program Coordinator - Communications, First Year Experience

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University seeks a Program Coordinator - Communications, First Year Experience (FYE) in Undergraduate Education to administer communication systems and support the implementation of core FYE initiatives. You will coordinate communications, respond to inquiries, and maintain websites, publications, and social media accounts across academic cycles.

Responsibilities include utilizing university systems to manage inquiries, ensure timely dissemination of program information, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• 2–4 years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers communication systems, processes, and operational functions for First Year Experience initiatives.
• Coordinates communications, responds to inquiries, and maintains digital channels.
• Manages publications, websites, social media accounts, and inquiry management processes.
• Supports implementation of First Year Experience programs through communication coordination activities.
• Responds to inquiries from students, families, and campus partners; completes special projects as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

2 years of relevant experience required

2-4 years of relevant experience preferred

Job description

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Job Title:

Program Coordinator - Communications, First Year Experience

Department:

Undergraduate Education | Academic Success Programs

The Program Coordinator - Communications, First Year Experience (FYE) in Undergraduate Education administers communication systems, processes, and operational functions that support the implementation of core First Year Experience initiatives, including FYE News, social media, websites, and the Focusing on the First Year conference. Serves as a primary communication resource for students, families, campus partners, and university stakeholders by coordinating communications, responding to inquiries, maintaining digital channels, and facilitating dissemination of program information. Maintains communication records, websites, publications, social media accounts, inquiry management processes, and other recurring communication functions that support accurate, timely, and consistent communication across academic cycles. Applies professional knowledge and judgment to administer established communication processes, review communication materials, identify communication updates, troubleshoot communication- and technology-related concerns, and resolve routine participant and information-related issues. Supports the implementation of First Year Experience programs through administration of communication channels, publication processes, website maintenance, social media operations, inquiry management, and communication coordination activities. Utilizes university systems and technology platforms to maintain communication resources, manage inquiries, support communication processes, and ensure continuity across recurring First Year Experience initiatives. Responds to inquiries from students, families, and campus partners and completes special projects and other duties as assigned.

Additional Information:

The pay range for this job profile is $21.59 - $28.00 per hour. The offer for this position will fall within this range based on internal equity, unit’s available budget, and the candidate’s qualifications.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. 2 years of relevant experience required. 2-4 years of relevant experience preferred.

CAREER ROADMAP:
FUNCTION: Academic Administration

SUB-FUNCTION: Academic Success and Enrichment

CAREER BAND: Individual Contributor - Specialized

CAREER LEVEL: S2

Location:

Student Academic Services (0160)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

First Shift

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