Undergraduate Program Coordinator

Job Description

What We’re Looking For

The Department of Biology, housed in the College of Arts & Sciences, is seeking an Undergraduate Program Coordinator. The successful candidate will have strong organizational and time management skills, be detailed-oriented and work well with students. The candidate must be a self-starter and work well in a team environment.

The qualified applicant must have a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years of executive level support. An active Christian faith is required. A Master's degree is preferred. 

 A combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of one another. 

Additional Preferred Attributes include: 

• Maintains discretion and the highest professional standards while working with confidential information
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. 

What You Will Do

• Provide administrative support to the Undergraduate Program Director: assisting with course transfer evaluations, handling degree audit/registration petitions, managing scholarship process, supporting recruitment and retention initiatives, assisting students with registration issues, compiling data reports, organizing/administering departmental exit exam, and additional support as needed.
• Work with Associate Chair, Graduate Program Coordinator, Undergraduate Program Director, office of the registrar and building administration on enrollment as well as course and classroom scheduling. Answer questions from advising, other departments and students about the undergraduate program and degree plans.
• Provide staff support to the Undergraduate Committees.
• Manage student employees for the Department of Biology that includes student ambassadors and office assistants. 
• Assist Undergraduate Program Director and Graduate Program Director with website postings/updates, Biology emails, social media posting/updates, and special emails/announcements as needed.
• Work on special projects assigned by Chair, Undergraduate Program Director, Graduate Program Director, Department Administrative Manager or Graduate Program Coordinator. Serve as back-up to departmental administrative staff, as necessary.

The job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. The job description is not a detailed list of all duties, knowledge, skills, or abilities performed by the position. All employees are required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by his or her supervisor. The essential functions of the position may vary based on the specific tasks assigned.

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus.  To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

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About Us
Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor’s commitment to equal opportunity and respect of others does not undermine the validity and effect of the constitutional and statutory protections for its religious liberty, including, without limitation, the religious organization exemption under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the religious exemption to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, among others.  Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply. EEO/M/F/Vets/Disabled

Job Info

• Job Identification 15372
• Job Category Staff
• Posting Date 01/30/2024, 12:22 PM
• Degree Level Bachelor
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 700 S University Parks Drive, Waco, TX, 76706, US