Senior Program Coordinator

Tulane University Translational Science Institute; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulane University Translational Science Institute is seeking a Sr. Program Coordinator for Outreach and Leadership Development to support AmeriCorps VISTA program members. The role involves recruiting and training VISTA members, managing program initiatives, and ensuring success through effective leadership development.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience along with a strong social justice mindset. Applicants should be skilled in Microsoft applications and exhibit excellent communication abilities. Full-time position located in New Orleans, LA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• One year of experience with service-learning theory and pedagogy.
• Experience with national service programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support individual corps members in the AmeriCorps VISTA program.
• Recruit, train, and orient new VISTA members.
• Manage VISTA members and develop professional development curriculum.

Skills

Social Justice mindset

Knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced office

Willingness to work non-traditional hours

Education

Bachelor’s degree or High School Diploma/Equivalent with five years’ experience

Experience in service-learning theory and pedagogy

Experience in community engagement or engaged scholarship

Job description

The Sr. Program Coordinator for Outreach and Leadership Development is responsible for member management and support for individual corps members in Tulane University’s AmeriCorps VISTA program. Responsibilities include recruiting, training and orienting new VISTA members and VISTA leader; managing VISTA members and VISTA leader, developing VISTA professional development curriculum, and contributing to the overall success of the AmeriCorps VISTA program. The Sr. Program Coordinator is expected to meet regularly with the VISTA program team, including the Sr. Program Manager and VISTA leader, to discuss current program priorities and future plans.

The Center for Public Service actively promotes and recognizes principles of inclusion, equity, and social justice in relation to, and across, intersections of race, age, color, disability, faith, religion, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, social class, economic class, ethnicity, gender identity, gender expression, and all other identities represented on Tulane's campus and in New Orleans.

Responsibilities

• Social Justice mindset that actively supports equity and inclusion


• Knowledge and application of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.


• Excellent oral and written communication skills.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced office, balancing multiple initiatives simultaneously.


• Willingness to work non-traditional hours.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree (or High School Diploma/Equivalent and five years’ relevant work experience).


• One (1) year of experience with service-learning theory and pedagogy, experiential education programs, higher education student leadership development, social justice, non-profit management, community engagement or engaged scholarship.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working with national service programs

About Us

Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities.

Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at [e-mail].

Job Info

• Job Identification 962


• Job Category Administration


• Posting Date 05/28/2026, 06:17 PM


• Job Schedule Full time


• Locations New Orleans, LA, United States United States