Core Education Project Coordinator - Office of the Provost - Core Competencies Initiative

The Core Education Project Coordinator is a unique role that provides support for the Core Competencies Initiative and the General Education program assessment work in the Dietrich College of Humanities & Social Sciences, two priority educational programs at Carnegie Mellon University. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring consistent planning, implementation, and reporting of progress on strategic priorities to promote holistic learning, persistence, and overall student success. The incumbent will play a key role in the continued implementation and growth of these two initiatives under the supervision of the Director of the Core Competencies Initiative and Associate Dean of Educational Experience Assessment.

The Core Competencies Initiative incorporates a distinctive approach that leverages faculty expertise in core areas and situates competency development in the context of the holistic student experience. To support our work, we leverage research on learning and educational measurement as well as campus expertise and infrastructure in technology and data analytics to scale these efforts across colleges and departments and to systematically collect data that can guide continuous improvement.

This role is situated in the Division of the Vice Provost for Teaching & Learning Innovation. We believe that combining the science and art of teaching, assessment, and technology empowers educators across campus to create the conditions for students to learn and, through this learning, transform their world. Given the rich diversity of the students, faculty, staff, and communities at CMU, we encourage individuals with underrepresented identities and those committed to advancing a more just society to apply. We are a highly motivated, creative, productive, and collaborative group and look forward to welcoming a new member to our team!

Qualifications and Characteristics

The Core Education Project Coordinator position requires a strong detail orientation as well as well-developed organizational and communication skills. A demonstrated interest in program assessment and/or evaluation, experience in project management, or both are likewise important qualifications for the person in this role. Additional qualifications and characteristics include:

• Solid analytic, decision making and problem-solving skills;
• Demonstrated success in planning, program development, and management;
• Successful track record of collaboration in a multi-stakeholder environment;
• Advanced interpersonal and intercultural communication skills;
• Strong writing ability, computer utility, and organizational skills.

General Education Program Assessment (50%)

Serve as Project Coordinator for the Dietrich College General Education Assessment Program:

• Work with Dietrich’s Dean and Associate Dean for Educational Affairs for strategic assessment planning with annual milestones for systematic General Education Assessment
• Coordinate and collaborate with general education teams to achieve those assessment milestones, by creating, modifying or updating assessment projects; selecting evaluation methods and tools; implementing specific strategies; analyzing data and reporting results; and making decisions based on findings
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of assessment projects and activities; assist staff in gathering, organizing and reporting pertinent information at a programmatic and departmental level
• Lead and/or assist in supervising undergraduate and graduate student employees.

Core Competencies Initiative (50%)

Serve as Project Coordinator for the Core Competencies Initiative: 

• Conduct web-based research, benchmarking, and informational interviews to source relevant information on current and best practices related to key questions.
• Gather relevant materials, insights, and guidance to support program design and development, decision-making, and best practice.  
• Plan and implement meetings and events including electronic calendaring, collaborating on agendas, advance meeting/event preparation, and meeting/event management. 
• Develop and implement efficient processes to streamline data and information collection, entry, storage, ready-reference and use during regular reporting cycles.  
• Organize and synthesize written materials and other media related to planning and implementing constituent projects within the Core Competencies Initiative, including maintaining an archive of key materials.
• Lead and/or assist in supervising undergraduate and graduate student employees.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in related field

• Work Experience: 2-5 years years professional experience in assessment, program evaluation, project management, or related work in higher education or related field
• Successful background check

Preferred Requirements

• Education: Master's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Preferred Work Experience: 5+ years of professional experience in higher education, preferably in a research university, or in program evaluation role

Work Posture

• This position is operating in a hybrid work schedule, fully remote will be considered in the context of the mission.

At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond just credentials, we consider the role's responsibilities, your invaluable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We acknowledge and appreciate your unique key skills and the diverse perspectives you bring. Our commitment to fostering an inclusive work environment means we also account for geographic differentials. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it's about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

Are you interested in this exciting opportunity?! Apply today!

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function

Program, Project and Operations Management

Position Type

Staff – Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Full Time/Part time

Full time

Pay Basis

Hourly

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