PROGRAM COORDINATOR

The University of Washington Tacoma is an anchor institution that is deeply invested in its local communities and in student success. As one of three campuses of a world-class university, UW Tacoma is dedicated to interdisciplinary and innovative teaching and scholarship and to engaging the community in mutually beneficial partnerships. UW Tacoma’s commitment to access and diversity is central to an environment where students, staff, faculty and South Sound residents find abundant opportunities for intellectual, personal and professional growth. More information about UW Tacoma and its strategic plan can be found here.

The UW Tacoma School of Social Work and Criminal Justice (SSWCJ) currently serves 320 graduate and undergraduate students, offering a Master of Social Work degree and a bachelor of arts in social welfare and a bachelor of arts in criminal justice. In addition, the SSWCJ offers an online degree completion option in criminal justice and is the only fully online major campus-wide. With a shared commitment to student success and an affirmation of the social justice values that sit at the core of the school’s mission, our faculty and staff are looking forward to developing future partnerships and expanding our school’s presence to align with the needs of the greater community.

The School of Social Work and Criminal Justice (SSWCJ) Administrative Assistant to the Dean and Programs provides high-level administrative support. An ideal candidate will be highly organized and detail oriented. They must take initiative and have the capacity to critically and proactively manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. The candidate will work with confidential information in support of the Dean, Director of Academic Services, Finance, and Operations, degree programs, Program Chairs, and Program Directors. An ability to obtain and learn the University of Washington Tacoma (UWT) policies and procedures will be paramount to the success of this position in order to support smooth operation of the Dean’s office. 

Responsibilities:

Administrative Support