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Business Initiatives and Project Coordinator


Job Location:

San Diego, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 20 - 22
Posted: 14 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 11 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
The job posting is outdated and position may be filled

Job Summary

PLNU is a Christian liberal arts university in the evangelical Wesleyan tradition offering quality undergraduate graduate and professional programs. We provide higher education in a vibrant Christian environment where minds are engaged and challenged character is modeled and formed and service is an expression of faith. PLNU is an institution that is committed to reflecting the rich diversity of Gods kingdom. We therefore encourage applications from culturally diverse candidates.

Benefits:

We are pleased to offer attractive benefits and resources. This includes benefits such as health dental tuition benefits for employees and dependents competitive retirement matching vacation and sick time and 15 paid holidays per addition we have many opportunities to engage with our community including staff chapel and a robust wellness program.

Job Summary:

PLNU is seeking an organized detail-oriented and collaborative Business Initiatives and Project Coordinator to support key operational functions within Graduate and Professional Studies (GPS). This entry-level professional role provides administrative and project coordination support across onboarding student services academic operations data reporting and continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate is highly organized enjoys working with systems and processes and is eager to contribute to a dynamic team focused on student and employee success.

Salary:
Pay range $20.58 - $22.74
Actual salary offered is determined by the candidates experience education skills and other factors including internal equity and university funding resources.

Job Status:

Full time

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Job Description:

What Were Looking For

  • Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities deadlines and projects simultaneously

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with a customer-service mindset

  • Interest in higher education operations project coordination and process improvement

  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments and teams

  • Comfort working with data spreadsheets reports and operational tracking systems

  • Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive information

  • Adaptability and willingness to learn new systems technologies and processes

  • Knowledge and experience working with a diverse population is preferred

What Youll Be Doing

Onboarding Scheduling & Logistics

  • Coordinate scheduling and logistics for GPS onboarding activities training sessions and follow-up meetings

  • Manage project rollouts within project management systems for program launches policy updates and technology initiatives

  • Communicate onboarding schedules and logistics with new employees trainers and department leaders

  • Maintain onboarding calendars documentation and tracking systems to ensure accuracy and accessibility

  • Support preparation of onboarding materials training resources and event logistics

  • Track onboarding milestones and provide status updates to leadership

Student Services Administrative Support

  • Provide administrative support to student services teams through data entry documentation updates and communication tracking

  • Update student records and notes in university systems following established procedures and guidelines

  • Handle confidential student information in compliance with FERPA requirements

  • Provide customer service support and direct students to appropriate resources as needed

  • Assist with administrative support during peak enrollment periods and staffing transitions

Academic Operations

  • Maintain academic operations tracking tools including course projections enrollment capacity data and registration monitoring reports

  • Track planned student enrollment and registration activity across academic terms

  • Monitor registration activity and identify discrepancies requiring follow-up

  • Collaborate with academic operations and CRM teams to support data accuracy and operational effectiveness

KPI Data Entry & Reporting Support

  • Enter and maintain operational and performance data in support of institutional reporting and KPI tracking

  • Maintain organized documentation and records to support reporting accuracy and consistency

  • Identify and communicate data discrepancies or anomalies to appropriate team members

  • Assist with reporting requests and operational data analysis as assigned

General Operations Support

  • Provide scheduling project coordination and administrative support for GPS leadership

  • Participate in cross-functional initiatives committees and division-wide projects

  • Contribute to process improvement efforts and operational efficiency initiatives

  • Support special projects and additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree required

  • 02 years of professional experience; experience in higher education or an administrative role is a plus

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel Word and Outlook

  • Experience with Salesforce Workday Canvas or similar systems is preferred but not required

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and in compliance with FERPA

  • Demonstrated reliability follow-through and a proactive approach to problem-solving

  • Commitment to a collaborative and service-oriented work environment

  • Evidence of Christian commitment and active church addition staff agree to live in agreement with PLNUs Community Life Covenant.

  • The job offer is contingent on the successful completion of a background check. PLNU will consider qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with state and local Fair Chance laws

Physical Requirements

  • Work is primarily sedentary and may require sitting for extended periods of time

  • Use of computer equipment including keyboard mouse and monitor

  • Ability to read documents email reports and other correspondence on paper and computer monitor

  • Ability to communicate effectively with others in person and by phone

  • Ability to stand stoop push pull and lift up to 10 pounds throughout the day

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At PLNU we believe in pursuing calling together. Deep and meaningful relationships between students faculty and staff is vital in nurturing our shared community and expressing Gods love. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in empowering our students to reach their greatest personal spiritual and professional potential.

Point Loma Nazarene University does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex age disability or status as a veteran in any of its policies practices or procedures.


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Point Loma Nazarene University is a Christian liberal arts college. Its main campus is located on the oceanfront in San Diego, California, United States.

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