Program Coordinator, University Honors and Scholars (Program Assistant I)

Colorado; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading public university as a Medical Assistant at the Coulter Student Health Center. This full-time role involves providing primary healthcare services and supporting honors programs, while collaborating closely with faculty and students. Enjoy a steady schedule and excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous leave, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Generous vacation and sick leave

Participation in Colorado’s State pension plan

Parental Leave and on-site daycare

Reduced-cost tuition for employees and family

Life and Disability Insurance

Professional development opportunities

Free tickets to Mines sports events

Access to recreation facilities

Free RTD Ecopass

Qualifications

• Four years of administrative support experience required.
• Current Colorado residency required.

Responsibilities

• Support honors and scholar programs and manage undergraduate student employees.
• Coordinate projects related to marketing, policies, and events.

Skills

Communication

Organizational

Interpersonal

Multi-tasking

Education

College coursework

Tools

Microsoft Office

Teams

Wordpress

Workday

Job description

Make a difference in higher education!

Colorado School of Mines is a top-ranked public university focused on solving grand societal challenges related to Earth, energy, and the environment. Located in the foothills of the Rockies, near downtown Golden, Colorado, Mines offers a vibrant community of innovators and problem solvers. Join us as a Medical Assistant providing primary healthcare services at the Coulter Student Health Center. For more about the Health Center, visit: https://www.mines.edu/student-health/.

We offer excellent benefits and perks, including:

• Choice of Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance plans
• Generous vacation and sick leave, 13 paid holidays, including a week off between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• Participation in Colorado’s State pension plan (PERA) and optional retirement plans
• Parental Leave and on-site daycare
• Reduced-cost tuition for employees and family
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Professional development opportunities
• Free tickets to Mines sports events and discounts through the State of Colorado
• Access to recreation facilities and outdoor rentals
• Community groups for professional growth and community involvement
• Campus activities including lectures, events, and traditions like Engineering Days
• Free RTD Ecopass
• Steady Monday-Friday schedule supporting work-life balance

The University Honors & Scholars Programs (UHSP) at Mines offers eight interdisciplinary pathways to enrich student education, including honors programs, undergraduate research, STEM credentialing, and scholarship opportunities. These programs support 20% of undergraduates and continue to grow.

This full-time position involves supporting honors and scholar programs, managing undergraduate student employees, coordinating projects related to marketing, policies, and events, and assisting faculty and students with funding and program activities. The role requires close collaboration with the UHS Department Manager and Executive Director to enhance program systems, manage applications, coordinate events, and maintain the UHS website.

Work Schedule: On-campus, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Four years of administrative support experience, including data entry, social media, and computer skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and work with diverse populations
• Current Colorado residency required

Substitutions: College coursework may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis; transcripts required if applicable.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in higher education administration
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Teams, Wordpress, and Workday
• Highly organized and able to multi-task

Appeal Rights: If you are eliminated from consideration, you may appeal through the State Personnel Board within ten days of notice. Details at spb.colorado.gov.

Colorado School of Mines is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or military service. We value a respectful, inclusive community that enriches our educational and work environment.

Are you seeking an inspiring, mission-driven workplace where you can help solve global challenges and educate future leaders? Join Mines.