Program Coordinator

Graduate Program Coordinator And Academic AdvisorBaylor University, a humble college founded before Texas was a state, now stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education, solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions, just 52 of which are private universities.Since 2011, Baylor has been named as one of the nation's "Great Colleges to Work For". Great Colleges to Work For® is one of the country's largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year, Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey. The survey, conducted by ModernThink, is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career.What We Are Looking ForThe Graduate Program Coordinator and Academic Advisor will support the mission of the University by serving as an academic advisor, program coordinator, and provide recruitment and student success support.A bachelor's degree and two years of relevant experience are required. Four years of relevant experience is preferred. Additional education or experience will be considered in lieu of one another. Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States.What You Will DoAdvise a caseload of School of Music graduate students and facilitate graduation planningEnsure current university policies and deadlines are met by the School of Music (i.e. registration, add/drop, etc.)Communicate on a regular basis about graduate courses, majors, degree requirements, and policies/procedures with students and facultyCoordinate the onboarding of new School of Music graduate studentsPrepare contracts for graduate associate positions and keep signed contracts on fileSupervise and monitor Graduate Assistant assignment and compliance with contract stipulationsProvide School of Music graduate program support in collaboration with the Associate Dean for Graduate StudiesMaintain graduate student recordsKeep accurate and complete program and student records from admissions through graduation clearance including demographic and career history (i.e. program assessment, accreditation, etc.)Assist with maintaining graduate student handbook and related portions of the School of Music websiteProcess graduate program curricular changes, which include curriculum proposals and updates to the course catalogAssist with recital and oral exam committee scheduling and approvalsAssist with reports for annual graduate program assessment for SACS, HEADS, and accreditationAssist the Recruitment Specialist with graduate application processing (i.e. applications, auditions, transcripts, TOEFL, etc.) and assist with School of Music admissions and recruitment events as neededSupport the Assistant Dean for Enrollment and Student Success with disseminating graduate admissions and funding decisions to students and facultyAttend new student orientation and assist the Undergraduate Academic Programs Manager and Academic Advisor with summer anti-melt initiativesProvide support to the Assistant Dean for Enrollment and Student Success with coordinating graduate student success initiativesCoordinate graduate student employment and hiringMaintain and monitor database on hours worked by graduate student biweekly employeesPerform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's missionAbility to comply with University policiesMaintain regular and punctual attendanceWhat You Can ExpectAs 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.Explore & EngageLearn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds. Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!About UsBaylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, 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 complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online.Job InfoJob Identification 21661Job Category StaffDegree Level BachelorJob Schedule Full timeLocations Waco, TX, United States