Program Coordinator II - Biomedical Sciences Enrichment

Program Coordinator II - Biomedical Sciences Enrichment


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Charles R. Drew University is located in the Watts-Willowbrook area of south Los Angeles and was founded in 1966 in the wake of the Watts uprising. CDU was founded to address inadequate medical care in the region and to provide equitable medical education opportunities for under-represented students.

CDU offers the only historically black Doctor of Medicine program west of the Mississippi, and is strongly invested in the local and regional community. The university leads multiple partnerships and programs to provide equitable healthcare resources in a variety of South Los Angeles neighborhoods.

The Biomedical Sciences Enrichment Coordinator will coordinate the day-to-day operations of the Biomedical Sciences Enrichment Program and serve as an important liaison with students, faculty, and other staff members. The Biomedical Sciences Enrichment Coordinator is a member of the Program leadership team and is critical to the success of the program. As such, the Biomedical Sciences Enrichment Coordinator must possess skills in leadership, organization, and administrative support. The coordinator assists the Program Manager and the Dean in various programmatic efforts, educational programming, and support of students. This position supports CDU's mission of developing culturally competent professionals dedicated to addressing health disparities in underserved communities, upholding hallmarks of service excellence and quality in all job responsibilities.

Salary range: $66,560-$94,700

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinates operational activities of the Biomedical Sciences Enrichment Program, ensuring program goals and objectives are accomplished.
• Provides administrative support to the Program Manager and Dean in preparing educational materials, planning events, and organizing travel arrangements.
• Assists in coordinating meetings, preparing agendas, and maintaining meeting minutes
• Coordinates day-to-day communications with students, faculty, and staff, including responding to inquiries, answering phones, and providing general assistance.
• Supports students in navigating the program, offering guidance and addressing any concerns.
• Organizes and maintains program documentation, ensuring compliance with institutional policies and procedures.
• Prepares and distributes a variety of documentation associated with program operations, including event logistics and travel plans.
• Coordinates logistics for program events, including seminars, workshops, and student activities.
• Manages computerized information systems related to collecting and storing program data, generating management reports, and documentation.
• Supports the Program Manager in preparing reports and other program-related documents.
• Facilitates the acquisition of resources necessary for program success, including ordering supplies and managing inventory.
• Provides general administrative support to ensure the smooth operation of the program, including processing travel reimbursements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Other duties as requested.

Qualifications/Requirements:

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in a similar capacity.

EXPERIENCE:

• Seven to ten years of administrative experience, preferably in higher education.
• Experience in student services.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Valid CA driver's license and proof of insurance.

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITY/SKILLS:

Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of administrative processes and procedures within an educational setting.
• Familiarity with program coordination, event planning, and student services.
• Proficiency in using office software, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and database management systems.
• Basic understanding of budgeting and financial procedures related to event planning and program management.
• Knowledge of policies and regulations relevant to higher education and student affairs.

Ability:

• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with diverse groups of students, faculty, and staff.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve program goals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Ability to solve problems, make decisions, and adapt to changing situations.

Skills:

• Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain professional relationships.
• Ability to manage events, including coordinating logistics, preparing materials, and ensuring smooth execution.
• Proficiency in using technology for communication, data management, and program tracking.

As a health professions institution of higher education, Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science seeks to protect the health and safety of the University community. As a condition of enrollment and employment, students, faculty, and staff must comply with the current CDU COVID-19 requirements as described on the CDU COVID-19 webpage. Please visit the CDU Return to Campus website https://www.cdrewu.edu/covid-policy/or email the Campus Nursing Office at nurseofficer@cdrewu.edu.

Conditional Statement: The employment status of this position is classified as “Conditional”. Conditional employment means that the job exists contingent upon funding limitations of restricted funds or the duration of a specific program, project, grant or contract. The duration of the grant for this position is through April 30, 2027.

EEO Statement: Charles R. Drew University is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will be considered without regard to gender, race, age, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, disability or covered veteran status.

Fair Chance Statement: Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local “Fair Chance” laws.


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