Program Coordinator

The Program Coordinator works as part of a team with the Director, Assistant Director, graduate student interns, and undergraduate student staff to achieve the mission of the Women's Center through the development and implementation of a wide range of programs and services to meet the diverse needs of students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members. As a representative of the Women's Center, the Program Coordinator provides vital information and referrals about programs, resources, and support to all members of the University community as well as to communities within the Twin Cities, the state of Minnesota, and beyond.

This is a 100%, 12-months continuing Civil Service position (job code 8208A1, Admin Associate 1).

Duties and Responsibilities:

Program/Event Support and Logistics Coordination (25%):

• Coordinate Women's Center programming including: community-based programming; Feminist Friday workshop and panel series; Our Voices dialogue group for Indigenous women and women of color students; UMN Indigenous Women & Women of Color (UIWWOC) employee affinity group.
• Facilitate and assist with overall planning, logistics, and presentation of Women's Center services, initiatives, and programs.
• Assist in the management of Women's Center awards, grants, and scholarship processes.

Gender Equity Education and Assessment (20%):

• Facilitate (in conjunction with other Women's Center staff) educational training focused on a range of intersectional gender equity topics and concerns.
• Serve as a member of the OED Education Team to deliver additional training (according to capacity) in the Equity Certificate Hosted Online (ECHO) program.
• Assist in implementing the Women's Center program assessment and evaluation strategy to track participant engagement and learning outcomes of all programs, services, and initiatives of the Women's Center.

Administrative and Financial Oversight (20%):

• Assist the Director in updating and managing the Women's Center budget, with primary responsibility for purchasing and reconciliation.
• Serve as the first point of contact for the Women's Center and provide information/referrals to relevant departments and resources.
• Assume primary responsibility for administrative and clerical functions for the office including management of Women's Center space and equipment.

Student Supervision (20%):

• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate 1-2 undergraduate student employees.
• Coach students in the Culture Corps Gender Equity initiative including mentorship regarding program development and execution.

Communication and Outreach (10%):

• Work in collaboration with the Director to coordinate and implement the Women's Center marketing and communications strategy including: regularly updating the Women's Center website; checking and responding to email directed to the Women's Center account; assisting in creating and posting social media content; and assisting in developing and publishing an e-newsletter.
• Coordinate Women's Center outreach efforts.

Other (5%):

• Represent the mission, vision, and social justice values of the Women's Center, the Office for Equity and Diversity, and the University of Minnesota.
• Represent the Women's Center on at least one of the following University committees: Lactation Advocacy Committee; Trans Advisory & Action Team; Women's Health Equity, Empowerment & Leadership (through Center for Global Health & Social Responsibility),
• Other duties as assigned.

WORK DAYS: Monday to Friday

WORK MODE: This position will primarily perform work on campus in person with the option to work hybrid.

PAY RANGE: $52,000-$57,000

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree or combination of related education and work experience to equal four years to include at least one year of programming/administrative experience in a non-profit or academic setting.
• Demonstrated experience in advocating and working towards gender equity.
• Demonstrated experience in, and ongoing commitment to, working effectively with and across diverse communities: including people of color, underrepresented groups and new immigrant populations; American Indians; people with both apparent and non-apparent disabilities; women; people of various gender and sexual identities and expressions; and first-generation students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Event planning and execution experience (in person and online).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with Google Suite, Zoom, Mailchimp, and/or Canva.
• Experience delivering educational sessions focused on intersectional gender equity content.
• Experience working within college or university settings.
• Experience supervising student staff or volunteers.

About the Department

Founded in 1960, the Women's Center holds the distinction of being the first women's center on a college campus in the country. The Women's Center advances gender equity across identities by educating and inspiring feminist leaders; advancing an empowering intellectual environment; and advocating for an equitable University culture and community. More information about the Women's Center can be found at womenscenter.umn.edu.

Benefits

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and MUST attach the following:

• a cover letter stating how your background qualifies you for this position
• resume

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

PRIORITY DEADLINE: October 11, 2024.

If you have questions regarding the position, you can contact Tia Phan at tiaphan@umn.edu.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).