Department Coordinator, GIS and EVST

POSITION CODE:7828

DEPARTMENT/ADMINISTRATION: College of Arts and Sciences GIS and EVST

POSITION:Staff Non-Exempt (12 months) Full-time (40 Hours)

SALARY RANGE:$16.90-$20.00

HIRING RANGE:Anticipated hiring range is near or at the minimum of the classification

commensurate with candidates education experience skills and training.

INTRODUCTORY PERIOD:Six(6) Months

AVAILABLE:Immediately

POSTING DATE:March 10th 2026

APPLICATION DEADLINE:Open Until Filled Apply Immediately.

Definition of Classification:

The Department Coordinator provides comprehensive administrative clerical logistics marketing and event planning support to the Departments of GIS and Environmental Studies (EVST) oversees all office activities and coordinates the day-to-day office operations.

Working with the Chairs of the Department of GIS and EVST this position serves as a confidential assistant and functions as the key support person to provide support to the Department Chair and faculty in coordination and implementation of the day-to-day office operations. Assist with special projects and events as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Coordinates and performs administrative support functions; assists with program and project activities including records administration and maintains a high level of customer service.
Collaborates with Department Chairs on the planning and execution of events including booths at Esri and other GIS-related conferences.
Serves as first point of contact for students staff faculty and visitors.
Works with domestic and international undergraduate and graduate students.
Assists in the administration of the assigned academic department programs including coordination with other academic departments campus programs student groups and offices within the University.
Assists with the organization of campus events and programs in assigned departments including logistical support requiring scheduling preparation of materials field trips conference attendance student travel etc.
Assist with Summer Student Research Program.
Provides clerical support for the office such as filing maintaining records sorting and distributing mail.
Assists with budget management processes check requests and reimbursement requests for expenses related to faculty activities and travel.
Provides information in person through email and over the telephone to visitors administration faculty students and parents.
Coordinates prepares edits materials communications reports or other materials including spreadsheets related to program management course schedules classrooms use etc.
Maintains department confidence and safeguards operations by keeping information confidential.
Adheres to all safety and housekeeping policies and procedures.
Coordinates activities instructs reviews and assigns work and completes performance evaluation of departments student workers.
Updates and maintains departments and facultys information on University Website ensuring the visibility and accuracy of information on all relevant pages (e.g. public directory).
Utilizes databases to collect and chart enrollment and advising data; produces regular data reports for use in academic planning/scheduling position requests and organizes department assessments surveys including year-end academic advising instruments.
Coordinates department dinners/events including announcement list serve development collecting rsvps and monies selecting menu and producing name tags.
Support departments initiatives including advisory boards scholarship programs and annual events.
Maintain and order office supplies and other materials as needed.
Maintains classroom spaces within building. Coordinating set up access reservations.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualification Guidelines

Any combination equivalent to but not limited to the following:

Experience/Training/Education:

Required

Bachelors degree required or work experience equivalent.
Three years of administrative support experience or related experience including the ability to use Microsoft Office software programs.
Bilingual in Spanish is preferred.
A valid California Class C CA drivers license with a good driving record is required. Note: Out-of-state licenses are valid until appointment. A valid California Class C drivers license must be obtained within ten (10) days of appointment (in accordance with CA Vehicle Code 12505c).
This position requires flexibility to work evening and weekend hours as well as the ability to travel as required.

Knowledge and Skills:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and detail orientated with high accuracy.
Ability to prioritize tasks meet deadlines and work independently and with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
Effective communication and presentation skills; ability to write clearly and concisely.
Demonstrate a high degree of motivation tact and diplomacy.
Knowledge of record keeping and record retention requirements.
Proficiency in computer skills using Microsoft Office Suite including Excel Word and PowerPoint.
Ability to operate standard office equipment.
Aptitude to learn new and evolving technology.
Ability to recommend appropriate courses of action within established guidelines.
Ability to foster strong positive relationships and align both internal and external resources to achieve university objectives.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative.
Ability to deliver great customer service.
Ability to work effectively with confidential information.
Must be able to competently interact with a culturally and ethnically diverse population of students faculty and staff.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

Working Conditions:

Standard office and field setting. Duties performed are primarily in an office environment while sitting at a desk or computer workstation or in meetings. At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort.

Physical Demands:

Incumbents regularly sit for long periods; walk short distances on a regular basis; travel to various locations to attend meetings and conduct work; use hands and fingers to operate an electronic keyboard or other office machines; reach with hands and arms; stoop or kneel or crouch to file; climb stairs; speak clearly and distinctly to answer telephones and to provide information; see to read fine print and operate computer; hear and understand voices over telephone and in person; and lift carry and/or move objects weighing up to 20 pounds.

TO APPLY:A resume/CV and cover letter are compliance with The Americans with Disabilities Act if selected for the interview process and accommodations are needed please call .If you are unable to complete an application due to a disability contact us at to ask for accommodation or an alternative application process.

HIRING RANGE:Anticipated hiring range is near or at the minimum of the classification commensurate with candidates education experience skills and training. The University of Redlands is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience skills knowledge abilities education licensure and certifications and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range for this position is defined as the Full Pay Range. The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is defined as theHiring Range. Placement within the Hiring Range is determined by internal equity and relevant qualifications.

BACKGROUND CHECK:Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. The University will make a conditional offer of employment which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current employee who was conditionally offered the position.

DRIVERS LICENSE CHECK:Possession of a valid Drivers License is required for certain positions. Employees in positions that require a valid Drivers License will be enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government Employer Pull Notice Program which confirms possession of a valid drivers license and reflects driving record.

PHYSICAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL EXAMS:For certain positions typically in Public Safety Facilities Athletics and Information Technology Services departments employment is contingent upon a candidate passing a pre-employment physical exam with the ability to lift in excess of 50 Safety Officers in addition to a pre-employment physical exam will also be required to pass a psychological evaluation.

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