Program Specialist, Exercise Science Program

Position Information Position Title Program Specialist, Exercise Science Program FLSA Classification NE Reports to Program Director, Exercise Science Program Salary Range F1 Weeks Per Year 52 Work Week 40 hours (minimum) Position Summary Provides administrative support to the Exercise Science Program Director and faculty members. Develops and coordinates the program plans and office operations ensuring effectiveness. Manages the budget in consultation with program director; maintains and updates student records for academic and accreditation purposes. Takes initiative to enhance the quality, effectiveness and utility of materials and activities of the program. Coordinates information and student data, with confidentiality and tact while safeguarding the interests and well-being of the students. Performs all duties in full support of the University’s mission, understanding that the positive and effective execution of these duties are instrumental to the education of the University’s students. Hiring Range Budgeted starting salary is $23.50 to $25 per hour, depending upon experience Key Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Student Affairs / Admissions

• Interfaces with and evaluates perspective students. Serves as a primary liaison to current and prospective students, fielding inquiries and questions and handling sensitive information with confidentiality and tact. Establishes, cultivates, and maintains effective working relationships with internal and external constituencies in the development of innovative solutions to improve the educational experience of students.
• Assumes responsibility for the management, oversight, execution, and assessment of events planned and sponsored by the program, including but not limited to orientation, pinning / graduation celebrations, practice board exam testing, and alumni events.
• Coordinates all graduation event details including securing location, food, supplies and drafting / printing ceremony programs, plaques, and awards / certificates.
• Provide student support for course registration. Provide guidance and assistance for registration questions, errors, and overrides.
• Works in collaboration with the College’s Marketing Manage to assist in creation program brochures or other necessary marketing material. Updates the College’s information contained in the Undergraduate Bulletins, website, as well as other written materials.
• Maintains advising lists.
• Assists with accreditation reports, visits, advisory boards, and fees.

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Posting Detail Information Posting Number PS1153P Working Conditions Normal office situation. Requires travel, excluding overnight stays. Education Bachelor’s Degree Physical Effort Typically sitting at a desk or table. Light lifting or carrying 25 lbs or less. Special Skills The ability to work effectively with diverse groups.