Project Coordinator for the Vice President of Student Affairs

Project Equity; Fairmont (WV); On-site; USD 13,776 - 17,908; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Project Coordinator for the Vice President of Student Affairs. You will assist in assessing, creating, and marketing signature programs while working collaboratively with students to oversee projects and implement assessment strategies. This role requires excellent communication and problem-solving skills, and offers a base hourly rate of $10.00 to $13.00.

Position reports to Dawn Blankenship and is a student appointment for the academic year.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a student.
• Strong desire to serve students and support the mission of Fairmont State University.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement project research.
• Build relationships with student leaders.
• Oversee projects related to strategic priorities for Student Affairs.
• Implement assessment strategies.
• Serve as liaison between students and departments.

Skills

Project research

Collaboration

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Current student

Job description

Posting Details

Student Requisition Number: 2027009STP

Job Title: Project Coordinator for the Vice President of Student Affairs

Number of Positions Available: 5

Funded by Federal Workstudy only: Yes

Description of Job Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Vice President for Student Affairs, the project coordinator will provide assistance in assessing, creating, and marketing signature programs. Primary areas of responsibility include project research; build collaborative relationships with student leaders; oversee projects and programs directly related strategic priorities for Student Affairs; and implement assessment strategies for evaluating efforts to inform future decisions.

Essential Job Functions

1. Coordinate and implement project research
2. Build collaborative relationships with student leaders
3. Oversee projects and programs directly related strategic priorities for Student Affairs
4. Implement assessment strategies for evaluating efforts to inform future decisions
5. Serve as liaison between the students, student organizations and student government when needed
6. Serve as liaison between students other departments to gather information to appropriately and communicate Vice President initiatives
7. Assist with composing and preparing student communication
8. Project management related to conformance to regulations and associated reporting
9. Work collaboratively in a diverse, inclusive and student-centered environment
10. Other related duties as assigned

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

1. Extensive experience with Microsoft Office applications including Excel and PowerPoint
2. Excellent analytical, organizational and communication skills required
3. Excellent ability to problem solve within large institutions/systems is required
4. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively and collegially with students, faculty, administrators, colleagues and outside parties required
5. Positive, proactive approach to work required
6. Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality is a must
7. Ability to work independently on multiple assignments and to work collaboratively within a team required
8. Must be detail oriented

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Training and/or Experience

• Current student
• Clear desire to serve students and deliver on our mission as Fairmont State University
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and problem-solving skills

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics

1. Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills
2. Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment
3. Able to prioritize and manage multiple projects, adhering to strict timelines
4. High degree of initiative and independent judgment
5. A commitment to professional and personal growth
6. Demonstrates clear communication of ideas orally and verbally
7. An understanding of the group process and demonstrates skill in working with various groups
8. Demonstrates creativity and innovation
9. Understands and abides by a high standard of professional ethics to ensure the integrity of Student Affairs division
10. The ability to diffuse and manage stressful situations using appropriate techniques

Employment Details

Quicklink for Posting: https://www.fairmontstatejobs.com/postings/10924

Student Appointment Length: Academic Year

Base Hourly Rate: 10.00-13.00

Department: Student Affairs

Employment Location: Main Campus

Position will report to: Dawn Blankenship

Anticipated Hire Date: 08.16.2026

Job Posting Date: 06/16/2026