Project Coordinator

Job Overview

At Clarke University, we look for individuals who lead from the heart and embrace our values of education, charity, justice, and freedom. By creating a community focused on care, we empower everyone at Clarke to do and be their best. We offer meaningful work, a safe and friendly work environment, and an outstanding benefits package including tuition remission, paid holidays vacation and sick time, and extensive professional development opportunities. So, if you're looking for a place you can make a positive impact, we hope you'll consider our One Clarke, One Community.

Clarke’s Institute for Professional Excellence is seeking a qualified individual to serve as a part-time project coordinator.   The successful candidate must be highly organized, self-directed and have excellent communication and time management skills.

Essential duties include:

• Day-to-day project management of the adult degree and professional development programs following a detailed task list (including tasks such as communication with faculty / facilitators, content verification and course launch)
• Troubleshooting registration issues for students/participants
• Tracking key performance indicators and updating related reports
• Developing and posting social media messages promoting courses

Weekly meetings are expected with the supervisor, the Director of Business and Community Engagement / Interim Director of the Institute and ad hoc meetings as needed.  Coordination with two to three key colleagues may be needed on occasion.

Qualifications, Experience and Skill Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or a in pursuit of a bachelor’s degree with good standing as a junior or senior
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple tasks on a strict schedule and under tight deadlines
• Ability to work independently after receiving training / guidance
• Clear communication skills and willingness to ask questions
• Willingness to learn new skills / use various databases and apply learning quickly

To apply, please apply online at http://clarke.applicantpool.com.

Clarke University is committed to fostering a welcoming campus community that celebrates the unique contributions of each person and promotes an inclusive learning environment. Clarke University does not discriminate against any employee or any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.