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REAL Program Coordinator

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Position Details

Position Information

Job Title REAL Program Coordinator
Position Number 003186
Department R.E.A.L.
Job Grade 7
Position Summary
Responsible for coordinating the programming and recruiting efforts of the Regional Education Academy for Leadership (REAL). The coordinator maintains relationships and communication with schools/outside agencies and establishes a presence at state and regional conferences.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
  • Cultivate partnerships and represent COE at community events and conferences.
  • Maintain and oversee cohort partnerships and coordinate partnership events (workshops, meetings, academies, information sessions, etc.)
  • Manage adjunct faculty hiring, communication, and documentation processes.
  • Establish, maintain, and coordinate experiential learning partnerships, including syllabi, Canvas shells, and data collection.
  • Serve as Academic Advisor for all REAL candidates (manage probation process and academic alerts).
  • Coordinate conference attendance and marketing plan.
  • Chair REAL meetings (schedule/facilitate agenda and write reports).
  • Coordinate Dual Credit/Dual Enrollment Program, including data collection for HLC approval.
  • Assist with REAL curriculum writing and development.
  • Participate in and promote a culture of continuing quality improvement.
Minimum Requirements
  • Master’s degree from an accredited university
  • Knowledge of Illinois State Board of Education licensure requirements
  • Excellent interpersonal/communication skills (verbal/written)
  • Experience working with MS Office applications
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Ability to work on multiple projects at one time, act independently and meet deadlines
  • Strong attention to detail and organization
  • Work effectively in a fast-paced, busy and changing environment
  • Willingness to work flexible hours
  • Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position
  • Willingness to uphold and fulfill the mission, vision, values, and traditions of the University of St. Francis
Preferred Requirements
  • Ability to listen critically and think/act creatively and strategically
  • Advanced skills in MS Office applications
  • Outstanding organizational and time management skills with attention to detail and accuracy
  • Experience in an educational setting
  • Experience with using various modalities of instruction including face-to-face, online synchronous, asynchronous, hybrid, and distance learning technologies
Hours/Shift/Work Schedule
Part-time: Minimum 24 hours per week; flexible and includes days, evenings, and some weekend duties.
Physical Requirements of Position
Work is performed in an office setting with minimal exposure to health or safety hazards. Substantial time is spent working on a computer. This is sedentary work which requires the following physical activities: sitting, walking, bending, stooping, finger dexterity, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual acuity.
Posting Detail Information

Posting Number FP0649-16
Open Date 07/05/2023
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status)?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. Are you willing to uphold the Catholic and Franciscan values of the University?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. Do you have the minimum degree as listed in our posting?
    • Yes
    • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Transcripts (unofficial are acceptable at time of application)
  4. Mission Response at https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/856/docs/32812.pdf
Optional Documents