Program Coordinator - School of Business - C99043
Job Title:
Program Coordinator - School of Business - C99043
Location:
Cheney
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Anticipated Start Date:
As soon as possible
Work Schedule Type:
Regular
Work Schedule:
Typically, M-F 8am - 5pm but may be required to work evenings and/or weekends to fulfill special projects.
Term of Appointment:
12 Months
Job Summary:
The College of Professional Programs at Eastern Washington University is currently seeking a skilled and team-oriented applicant for the following position: Program Coordinator for EWU School of Business. The Program Coordinator will support the undergraduate business programs and is responsible for coordinating and performing work and fulfilling functions related to the assigned programs. The position will have extensive contact with program participants.
The position reports to the Director of Graduate Programs within the School of Business & Professional Accounting and will work closely with faculty members of the programs and other designated parties.
The position will exercise independent judgment in interpreting and applying rules and procedures; will independently advise students, staff, program participants and/or the public regarding program content, policies, procedures and activities; and will select or recommend alternative courses of action.
EWU is committed to supporting and promoting a diverse workforce and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.
The salary for this position is $45,768.00 - $59,580.00. Where the hired candidate will begin within this range is dependent on education, experience, and skills.
In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 13 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees and their eligible family members, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits/insurance/.
Applications are open and accepted until recruitment is closed. Screening of applications will begin on August 13, 2026. A three-day notice will be provided prior to closure of recruitment. All materials will be held in strictest confidence; references will not be contacted until candidates have been notified.
Eastern Washington University provides an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence.
About Eastern Washington University:
Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. As the region's polytechnic, we are recognized for our distinctive approach to hands-on learning that leads to in-demand careers. EWU's 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington's second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor's and master's degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a '26 -'27 College of Distinction (CoD), the second consecutive year it has received the national recognition.
Tribal Land Acknowledgement:
At Eastern Washington University, we are proud to recognize the land of the Spokane Tribe and other tribes that shared the land for fishing and trading. The Spokane Tribe, Coeur d'Alene Tribe, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, the Kalispel Tribe, and the Nez Perce Tribe are integral to the cultural heritage and traditional ethnological knowledge of the land.
Native American heritage is woven into the fabric of our institution, enriching our community through tribal culture, historical teachings, and tribal language, and is embraced daily by students, staff, faculty, and the Eastern Washington community.
At EWU, we are committed to reflecting on and acknowledging the historical injustices of genocide and the forced removal of tribal peoples and all our relatives. EWU recognizes and honors tribal sovereignty and government to government relationships with tribes.
From here forward, EWU will remain committed to supporting, honoring, and recognizing the Native American community and the dynamic contributions that are shared with our university.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws.
Conditions of Employment:
This position, during the course of university employment will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value; as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment.
All new employees must comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU. Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.
This position is covered by the Washington Federation of State Employees' Collective Bargaining Agreement: https://in.ewu.edu/hr/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2021/07/WFSE-EWU-CBA-Barg.-Units-1-and-2-2021-2023-FINAL.pdf
After starting employment, employees will complete the required training via Canvas. The Office of Employee Belonging, Development, and Leadership will reach out to you concerning Workplace Belonging training and asynchronous New Employee Orientation.
Note: Interviews might be conducted via Zoom (camera must be enabled). If so, candidates must be able to demonstrate competence using Zoom and other technologies.
Physical Demands:
If you would like to obtain a copy of the Essential Functions Analysis form, which describes the physical and mental demands of the position, please contact Zach Jankovsky at
[email protected].
University, local, regional, and state mandates for public and personal protection should be followed as needed.
Required Qualifications:
- High school graduation or equivalent is required;
- At least two (2) years' experience which includes responsibility for coordinating and fulfilling tasks related to program operations; to be considered qualifying, experience must be beyond entry level tasks, and include the requirement to use specialized knowledge to perform work functions.
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task, develop, oversee, organize, implement, evaluate outcomes and modify tasks.
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
- Superior interpersonal skills including demonstrated ability to apply a culturally responsive and flexible approach that is sensitive to the needs of the students, faculty, administrators and our community partners as well as the requirements of the program, Eastern and the State of Washington
- Demonstrated ability to develop and foster strong working relationships both within and
external to the organization.
- Demonstrated competency in computer skills including utilization of MS Office applications for word processing, records maintenance, development and use of forms, and calendar applications, with a willingness to learn platforms and applications as they emerge.
- Demonstrated proficiency in Excel spreadsheets and databases.
- Demonstrated ability to apply a culturally responsive and flexible approach that is supportive to the diverse needs, including universal access, of our students, faculty, staff, and the public.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or related field
- Working experience with business programs
Note: The above job description is a general outline of the duties and responsibilities typically associated with this position. Specific tasks and responsibilities may vary based on the needs of the department and institution.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
It is strongly recommended that you print a copy of these instructions and the position posting before you begin to complete the online application, as the instructions will not be viewable once you begin the application process.
Required documentation includes all of the items listed below.
1. Attach a detailed cover letter in which you explain how you meet each of the required qualifications [and preferred qualifications, if applicable]. It is preferred that you provide the information in a bulleted list or as a table within your cover letter.
2. Attach a chronological resume including work history and major duties, education, and any specialized training or skills related to the position. List at least 3 professional references including: names, titles, organization name, phone numbers, email addresses, and connection to you (these can be identical to the references listed on the application).
3. Complete the online application form and respond to the online questions, if applicable.
4. Mission Statement Response - EWU's mission is to provide an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence. We are committed to serving first-generation, Pell-eligible students. How would you contribute to this mission?
5. Please do not upload resumes that include photos of yourself.
Proposed Job Duties & Responsibilities
% of Time 30 Responsibility / Duty
Program Coordination Activities
- Maintain relevant website and marketing materials, including flyer creation, program announcements, and quarterly advertisements
- Manage social media and canvas pages
- Facilitate dissemination of program information
- Track student enrollments and progress
- Assist in writing, completion and presentation of reports, special projects and assignments, and program updates
- Provide programmatic support to Director including work related to program development, marketing, and implementation
- Plan and implement student orientations, informational talks, and workshops
- Other related duties as assigned
Essential Duty? Yes % of Time 25 Responsibility / Duty
Admission
- Assist with student application, admission and registration processes, and progression through the program
- Provide general education advising
- Conduct initial meetings with students and refer to appropriate major programs for program specific advising
- Assist students in accessing services on the main EWU campus and Spokane campus
- Other related duties as assigned
Essential Duty? Yes % of Time 10 Responsibility / Duty
Coordinate Special Projects and Events
- Direct and/or coordinate special projects and events, including work of major importance to the program
- Develop and prepare informational materials designed to inform and recruit student participants; conduct presentations at student recruitment and orientation meetings
- Attend team meetings; travel periodically to attend meetings and recruiting events
- Coordinate dissemination of communications
- Organize and facilitate conferences including preparation of agendas, order of speakers, and length of presentations
- Maintain program web pages
- Other related duties as assigned
Essential Duty? Yes % of Time 10 Responsibility / Duty
Program Related Public & Organizational Contact
- Serve as primary contact with students, faculty, and external agencies regarding program policies and procedures
- Independently advise students, staff and the public regarding the program and the University
- Initiate, maintain, and distribute student contact information
- Act as liaison to faculty, staff, and colleagues at other agencies/institutions, representatives of funding agencies and officials from professional organizations, business, industry and government, interpreting policies and making decisions which facilitate progress of project(s)
- Represent the programs at public, program, and College functions
- Coordinate program information with EWU programs
- Other related duties as assigned
Essential Duty? Yes % of Time 25 Responsibility / Duty
Technical & Administrative Support
- Assist students with EagleNet, Canvas, and web-based and online technologies
- Design policies and forms including interpretation and application of administrative policies to the work of the program
- Coordinate administrative standards and procedures for independent yet interrelated departmental functions such as research, curriculum, and instruction
- Use EagleNet, Banner, Canvas, and other software to assist faculty and students
- Perform office support functions: answer, screen, and direct telephone calls; compose and edit correspondence including confidential and sensitive information; coordinate document preparation for purchasing and event coordination
- May also manage and schedule the Directors' appointment calendar, determine itineraries, provide weekly calendar briefings, organize and prioritize incoming email and act as confidential liaison on behalf of Director(s)
- Other related duties as assigned
Essential Duty? Yes
To apply, visit https://jobs.ewu.edu/jobs/program-coordinator-school-of-business-c99043-cheney-washington-united-states
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