Department: MED-Phys Therapy&Human Mov Sci
Salary/Grade: EXS/6
Target hiring range for this position will be between $56.782-$70,978 per year. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
Job Summary:
Provides management for DPT education program operations & providing day-to-day oversight and administrative duties for the Assistant Chair of Curricular Affairs & DPT Program Administrator.
60-75% of the Senior Program Coordinator's time will be working alongside Course Directors of specific and/or credit-heavy courses to help with administration and day-to-day course operations. This Senior Program Coordinator for Course Support position provides support and implementation of course activities, e.g., managing specific student accommodations; scheduling & overseeing exams and any needed exam additional practice and make-ups; arranging room set-up and breakdown; managing class volunteers and their payment; managing the recruiting and hiring process of DPT operational student workers.
20-30% of the Senior Program Coordinator's time will be spent working in DPT course support reporting to Program Administrator and Assistant Director of Student Affairs. Duties related to DPT course support include: proctoring exams, providing a variety of administrative support for faculty & student services such as accommodations, curriculum, program evaluation, recommending alternatives for course requirements, reviewing administrative processes and procedures regarding student services and recommends changes.
Additionally, the Senior Program Coordinator will be in charge of event logistics for department-related events. For example, they will be responsible for securing space for events, arranging/ordering catering, and being the person responsible for travel arrangements for visitors.
- Administration
- Communications
- Evaluation
- Events
- Faculty Support
- Administration
- Evaluation
- Events
- Faculty Support
Specific Responsibilities:
Administration
- Oversees & ensures that day-to-day operations are appropriately managed, efficient and effective.
- Develops, maintains & reports on quantitative and qualitative performance measures.
- Oversees documentation of agreements between NU and partner organizations, ensuring that agreements are completed, appropriately reviewed, approved, and adhered to by all parties.
- Acts as liaison to IT to ensure technology systems are properly installed & maintained & meet the informational, analytical & computing needs of users.
- Ensures necessary hardware, software & network infrastructure services are appropriated from central or internal IT.
- Issues work order requests for maintenance, repairs & upgrades.
Communication, Outreach & Recruitment
- Ensures program/project success in regard to revenue & expense goals including recruitment, participation, etc.
- Identifies opportunities and strategies for short- and long-term growth & expansion.
- Creates & implements program/project brand identity and marketing & advertising strategy.
- Oversees marketing of new and current programs, working with partner institutions & media to ensure marketing plan effectively targets applicants, sponsors, etc.
- Ensures that all advertising and marketing materials accurately represent programs.
- Pursues opportunities for alumni contact & solicitation.
Evaluation
- Manages development and maintenance of evaluation processes including associated metrics and key performance indicators.
- Reviews & analyzes outcome measurements and recommends changes & enhancements to improve program/project.
- Collaborates with internal/external partners to implement changes designed to improve/increase program/project goals/objectives.
Events
- Manages programming, educational, student, alumni, workshops, meetings, etc. including speakers, agendas, etc.
- Manages planning and arrangement of meetings, workshops, events, etc. designed to exchange information, promote research objectives, and to build internal and external relationships within NU.
- Manages event details including communication, venues, presenters, travel arrangements, materials, refreshments and technology are arranged and completed in an appropriate and timely manner.
Faculty Support
- Manages recruitment of faculty.
- Provides logistical/operational recommendation for management of faculty appointments, credentialing & exit (retirement & termination) processes.
- Applies policies, recommends changes, implements new & ensures consistent interpretation.
- Manages all aspects of faculty administrative tasks (colloquium, seminar, travel, faculty COI survey, annual report, ) ensuring optimal faculty support.
Miscellaneous
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.
Background in Higher Education/Counseling
2-5 years program/project administration or other relevant experience.
Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities.)
Collaborative, ability to work/partner with Faculty and all levels of staff, provide excellent customer service/support.
Highly proficient with Microsoft Office suite, Adobe, Photoshop.
Use of web-based search engines to generate specific research results based on keywords.
Understanding of accounting principles, experience with budgeting & financial management.
Strong organizational skills/attention to detail.
Highly effective communication skills (written and oral).
Problem-solver; critical thinking ability.
Demonstrates initiative and follow through.
Ability to prioritize and balance competing priorities.
Adaptability/flexibility, positive attitude.
Willingness to work early mornings or later afternoons.
Willingness to work on-site multiple days each workweek.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)
- Organization, flexibility, clear communication, adaptability, resilience
Benefits:
At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; paid medical/sick and parental leave; tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs. For a comprehensive overview of available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more.
Work-Life and Wellness:
Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life's challenges and opportunities, and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles.
We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html to learn more.
Professional Growth & Development:
Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you're interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/learning/index.html to learn more.
Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern's non-discrimination statement. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process.
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Northwestern University
$56.78 - $70,978.00 / yr
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Jul 02, 2026