Senior Academic Program & Planning Coordinator (Hybrid)

asu; United States; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Master's in Urban and Environmental Planning (MUEP) at ASU's School of Geographical Sciences & Urban Planning invites applications for an Academic Program Specialist 2 on a full-time basis. The role coordinates day-to-day operations and supports graduate students and faculty within a flagship program.

Hybrid remote work is considered after training, with standard Tempe campus schedule and opportunities to engage with alumni networks and professional planning communities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in urban planning or related field.
• Experience working in professional planning.
• AICP certification (or Candidate status) preferred.
• Strong communication and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise MUEP and oMUEP students on coursework, internships, and career development.
• Provide administrative support to program leadership with independent judgment and initiative.
• Support program development: admissions, accreditation, events, and career programming.
• Build relationships with planning professionals and alumni to expand internships and projects.
• Collaborate on strategic planning, data collection, analysis, and reporting for the programs.
• Attend graduate support staff meetings and represent the programs on committees.
• Stay current on employment trends within planning subfields.
• Perform other duties as assigned to ensure operations.

Skills

Project management

Professional communication

Writing skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Google Drive

Education

Master's degree in urban planning or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Drive

Spreadsheet tools (Sheets/Excel)

Job description

The Master's in Urban and Environmental Planning (MUEP) at ASU's School of Geographical Sciences & Urban Planning invites applications for an Academic Program Specialist 2 on a full-time basis. The role coordinates day-to-day operations and supports graduate students and faculty within a flagship program.

Hybrid remote work is considered after training, with standard Tempe campus schedule and opportunities to engage with alumni networks and professional planning communities.