Work College Programs Associate - Ops & Student Experience

Berea-College; Berea (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Berea College in Berea, KY, offers a grant-funded, one-year position with possible renewal. The Work College Program Office seeks a Program Associate to help manage student position descriptions and grow the OCSE off-campus summer program, coordinating closely with the Office Manager and Support Coordinator.

The role emphasizes front-office administration, collaboration, and mentorship of students. Weekend/evening availability and strong organizational skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree from Berea College, preferably completed within the last two years.
• Experience in higher education or working with diverse faculty, staff, alumni, donors, and students.
• Strong understanding of Berea College principles and Great Commitments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily front office administration to maintain office operations.
• Manage student position descriptions across campus and update as needed.
• Co-manage OCSE with the Office Manager & Work College Support Coordinator.
• Coordinate site visits, orientation sessions, and observer meetings for OCSE.
• Supervise and mentor students; coordinate with departments on compliance.
• Support program logistics and front-office responsibilities as required.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Independent work

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Mentoring students

Supervising students

Digital media experience

Education

Undergraduate degree from Berea College

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Argos

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Job description

Berea College in Berea, KY, offers a grant-funded, one-year position with possible renewal. The Work College Program Office seeks a Program Associate to help manage student position descriptions and grow the OCSE off-campus summer program, coordinating closely with the Office Manager and Support Coordinator.

The role emphasizes front-office administration, collaboration, and mentorship of students. Weekend/evening availability and strong organizational skills are preferred.