Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

The Office of Graduate Studies (OGS) seeks a dynamic and collaborative individual who is eager to support Arts & Sciences graduate programs and academic initiatives at Washington University in St. Louis.

This new position will support efforts to research, design, implement, and maintain graduate degree programs and certificates, innovations in graduate curriculum, and other graduate-level educational experiences. This work includes research into the policies and offerings of peer institutions and knowledge of the national (and international) landscape of graduate education. In addition, the Coordinator will develop and enhance opportunities for graduate student professional development, career preparation, and recognition through honors and awards programs. The Coordinator will perform website work to publish information about ongoing academic initiatives. The Coordinator will work closely with the OGS Director of Academic Initiatives and Special Projects, join a collaborative OGS team, and engage with other university partners to help launch and coordinate successful graduate programs and other academic and strategic initiatives.

Job Description

• Research, support, and implement graduate curriculum and policy, graduate programs, innovations in graduate education, and other graduate educational experiences. Conduct research on best practices and peer comparisons of graduate programs.
• Increase graduate student professional development and career support by maintaining and enhancing current initiatives and developing additional initiatives.
• Organize nomination details and evaluation processes for graduate-level honors, awards, fellowships, and scholarships. Provide regular reports.
• Perform project management functions, including scheduling meetings, composing materials and agendas, creating reports, managing files, collecting data, and following up to see projects to completion.
• Update and maintain webpages and webforms on the OGS website related to graduate programs and curricular experiences.
• Participate in office-wide events including graduation, graduate orientation, and other OGS-related events.
• Supervise student workers on various projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment
• Ability to travel to various on- and off-campus locations

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at a desk or table
• Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement

Equipment

• Office equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelorâ™s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Relevant Experience (3 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Washington University seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Master's degree

Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Skills:

Academic Affairs, Collaboration, Communication, Confidentiality, Deadline Management, Graduate Programs, High Accuracy, Higher Education Administration, Interpersonal Communication, Liberal Arts Education, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Organizing, Prioritization, Problem Solving, Project Management, Sound Judgment, Stakeholder Relationship Management, Stress Management, Teamwork, Work Efficiency, Workflow Management, Working Independently, Workload Management

Grade

G10

Salary Range

Base pay is commensurate with experience.

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? Weâ™ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universityâ™s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment â“ fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

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