Program Coordinator

Position Details

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We are committed to attracting and retaining quality faculty and staff. In doing so, Marshall University offers outstanding benefit packages to eligible employees only. (E-Class in the job posting). Marshall University Research Corporation (MURC) employees have different benefit options than those listed below.

• Work week is 37.5 hrs.
• A great highlight in December is that Marshall University employees receive almost two weeks off for Winter Break!
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• Educational/Tuition Benefits - Marshall University provides tuition benefits to regular employees (after probationary period) and their dependent children.
• Retirement Plans - Marshall University offers retirement through Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA). Full-time benefits eligible employees must participate in the mandated retirement plan (401(a)).
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Position Information


Position Title
Program Coordinator


Banner Position Number
002515


E-Class
CX - Class Exempt FT - .53 or >


Department
John Deaver Drinko Academy - MU2014


Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:
The Program Coordinator plans and coordinates the activities and functions of the John Deaver Drinko Academy for American Political Institutions and Civic Culture and the Simon Perry Center for Constitutional Democracy.


NATURE OF WORK: This position is responsible for coordinating, planning, organizing, promoting, executing, and evaluating activities and functions for the John Deaver Drinko Academy and the Simon Perry Center. Job responsibilities require the ability to communicate effectively and interact with both internal and external stakeholders to build program support. Results are defined by unit supervisors and both the programs', and the institution's mission, vision, and strategies; existing practices are used as guidelines to determine specific work methods. The Program Coordinator carries out work activities independently; supervisors are available to resolve problems. Problems faced in this position are varied, requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation.
• Plans, develops, coordinates, administers, and executes development, implementation and assessment for the John Deaver Drinko Academy and the Simon Perry Center.
• Promotes events for both the John Deaver Drinko Academy and the Simon Perry Center.
• Manages and maintains collaborations and partnerships with various institutional departments and programs, as well as resources outside the institution such as professional organizations to help build and leverage expertise and resources.
• Provides resources and expertise to internal and external stakeholders including but not limited to serving on campus committees, delivering activities, and serving as an advisor.
• Researches, compiles, prepares, and composes analysis, data, reports, and documents in support of specialized focus areas.
• Manages business processes and personnel administration for both the Drinko Academy and the Simon Perry Center; processes complex financial transactions, budget adjustments and revenue transfers among entities including the State, MURC, and the Marshall University Foundation, Inc.
• Also responsible for budget reporting and grant reporting functions.
• Prepares and/or assists in the planning and preparation of annual organizational budgets and expenditure schedules.
• Monitors spending for both the Drinko Academy and the Simon Perry Center to maintain budget goals; prepares encumbrances and requisitions.
• Prepares all billings for accounts receivable; monitors spending from State, Foundation and MURC accounts.
• Keeps the Executive Director of the Drinko Academy and the Director of the Simon Perry Center informed of the financial status of the programs.
• Overseas and supervises student employees, interns, and volunteers; handles issues involving TimeClockPlus (TCP). Manages all human resource activities and paperwork.
• Manages both offices' social media accounts and websites.

Physical Demands
Drinko Academy and Simon Perry initiatives frequently involve staging events in various venues, which require loading, transporting, unloading, and reloading of wagons, carts, signage, and easels.

Salary Range
$38,722 - $50,339. Salary is commensurate with experience and internal equity


Salary Type
Salary


Time Type
Full-Time


Work Location
MU - Marshall University

Qualifications


Must be able to perform all essential job duties as outlined in the job description.

Required Qualifications


Education

• Bachelor's degree in field related to the work of the Drinko Academy and the Simon Perry Center

Experience

• Two years plus of related experience
• Ability to use Microsoft 365 applications, Adobe Creative Suite applications and WordPress.

Preferred Qualifications


Education

Experience

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number
MU1248E


Open Date
05/11/2026


Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes


Special Instructions Summary


The search committee requests that up to three reference letters be submitted with your application. Please enter your references' information in the Reference Letter Submission section of the application. Your references will be notified via email to submit their reference letters to the search committee in our Applicant Tracking system.