Program Specialist, University Honors

Program Specialist, University Honors

Position Details

Position Title: Program Specialist, University Honors

Division/College: Vice Provost for Academic Initiatives

Department: University Honors Program

Location: Moscow

Position Overview: The Program Specialist is responsible for coordinating and managing key areas of the University Honors Program. This position supports operational, programmatic and strategic support promoting student success, retention and recruitment. The position covers coordination and delivery of curricular learning experiences; student recruitment, applications, admissions and scholarships; marketing and communication, alumni relations and support of the Honors Program Faculty Fellows and other areas.

Duties may include: Coordinate office operations, document and tracking program schedules and business cycles, plan and coordinate program meetings and events, support program planning and may assist with the development of operating budgets and/or funding proposals, research and compile information for communications such as talking points, speech scripts and responses to correspondence and presentations, coordinate collection of data and materials for reports and other administrative documents, develop and maintain positive liaison relationships with offices, customers and stakeholders including internal and advisory boards, may assist with budget management and provide support for financial and/or personnel processes, other duties as assigned.

Unit URL: University Honors Program (uidaho.edu)

Position Qualifications

Required Experience: Three years providing administrative, business operations and/or program support, composing, proofing and editing a variety of documents, using proper grammar and punctuation as demonstrated in application materials, using computer software and applications for word processing, developing spreadsheets, email and internet research

Required Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Other: Ability to travel, ability to work non-standard business hours, valid driver's license and ability to meet requirements for driving university vehicles

Additional Preferred: Bachelor's Degree, previous experience working with Honors or high-achieving students in a university setting and/or delivering student-centered customer service, experience recruiting and advising students, experience with establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with students, supervisors, co-workers and the public, ability to exercise good judgment and effective decision-making, ability to work effectively with students, staff, faculty, alumni and external partners to advance the mission of the University Honors Program, knowledge of university policies, procedures and software, such as Banner, Slate, Vandalstar, management of records and common computer applications/software such as Microsoft Excel, Power Point, etc, oral and written communication skills

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions: Must be able to lift, carry or otherwise move up to 30 pounds

Degree Requirement: N/A: No degree requirement

Posting Information

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employee Category: Classified

Pay Range: $22.03 per hour

Type of Appointment: Fiscal Year

FTE: 1

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Funding: A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy - No

Posting Date: 08/12/2026

Closing Date: Open Until Filled - Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants: To receive first consideration, please submit a cover letter, current resume, and references no later than August 26, 2026. In your cover letter, using details and examples, please address all of the required and preferred qualifications for this position and how your experience and skills align. If you would like a copy of the full job description, please email View email address on click.appcast.io.

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Background Check Statement: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

EEO Statement: The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. List of References

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

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2. * Were you referred to this employment opportunity by a current University of Idaho employee? If so, please provide their name and department. (Open Ended Question)
3. * Are you currently authorized to work in the United States of America?
   • Yes
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4. * Do you now, or in the future require sponsorship through the University of Idaho to continue working in the United States?
   • Yes
   • No