Graduate Program Coordinator - Creative Writing
Graduate Program Coordinator - Creative Writing
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Job Description
This position is eligible for hybrid work within Iowa and will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy work arrangements will be reviewed annually and must comply with theremote work program and related policiesandemployee travel policy when working at a remote location.
Key Responsibilities
- Serves as graduate program liaison with faculty staff students applicants Graduate College and Admissions Office.
- Facilitates thorough meaningful accurate review of 1300 admissions manuscripts each year answers applicant queries onboards newly admitted students.
- Serves as primary advisor to 90 Creative Writing graduate students in poetry and fiction ensures graduate students understand and complete all curriculum thesis and exam requirements and have the space and time for their creative work.
- Provides firstline support for graduate students navigating payroll benefits and compliance requirements and needs.
- Ensures that graduate student TAs receive adequate training support and instruction from qualified support resources.
- Acts as the central voice of the program for graduate students and faculty ensuring helpful relevant timely accurate communication that supports the mission of the program.
- Manages with sensitivity and care communication about contracts and funding.
- Oversees processes and distributes student emergency funds in accordance with program policy and donor intent.
- Facilitates tracking and distribution of donor funds to meet program needs and donor requirements and support the mission of donor stewardship at the department.
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Education Required
- A Bachelors degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Qualifications
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with an ear for discretion and diplomacy.
- Must be proficient in office software and able to understand and use university systems.
- Exceptional ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders.
- 35 years of work experience in a professional environment.
Desired Qualifications
- Some 6 months to 1 year) administrative experience.
- Knowledge of and interest in literature and the contemporary literary landscape.
- Working knowledge of University policies procedures and regulations.
Position and Application Details
For additional job details and to apply please visit and access requisition #.
In order to be considered for an interview applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a Relevant File to the submission.
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to selfdisclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. Please note that this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship in the United States.
For additional questions please contact:
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Student
