MLIS/PHD PROGRAM COORDINATOR

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. 

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

The University of Washington’s Information School is seeking a MLIS/PhD Program Coordinator to provide primary support to the Information School's Office of Student Services in all areas of development and implementation related to the PhD in Information Science and Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) degree programs, which includes event-planning, records management, and academic advising support and student services. The MLIS program has robust on-campus and online programs; this position will participate in creating communities centered around the program’s delivery mode, providing support to both on-campus and online students.

Additionally, this position works closely with the Student Services staff to provide support for the Information School's other degree programs, i.e., Master of Science in Information Management (MSIM) and the BS in Informatics (INFO). The Program Coordinator will work closely with faculty, staff, students, as well as prospective students, alumni and employers. Additionally, the Program Coordinator provides direct support to broadly focused projects that Student Services leads for the School, including but not limited to career fairs, orientations, and convocation ceremonies. The Program Coordinator supporting our PhD and MLIS programs is regularly called upon to meet with executive level individuals both internally and externally.

At the iSchool, we create an environment that fosters appreciation, mutual respect, and engagement among and between members of the iSchool, UW community, and beyond, with special attention to the needs of people from historically marginalized communities. We envision a university in which all students, faculty and staff participate fully and meaningfully in campus life without being subjected to discrimination, bias or microaggressions. We condemn any expressions of racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, ableism, or any other instance of bias and discrimination against marginalized individuals and groups.

There is an expectation that the person in this position will step up where they see an opportunity to apply their special expertise or talents, speak up when they identify opportunities or concerns, and lead by taking actions that exemplify the Information School’s core values. This leadership may be expressed in diverse ways, reflecting the variety of styles and cultures that are represented by Information School faculty and staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Administrative Support