Program Coordinator II

The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for a Program Coordinator II (Coord II) position within the Catholic Studies Department. 

The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment.  The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO).  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic.  This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good.  A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.

JOIN OUR COMMUNITY

The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:

• Up to 100% tuition remission for employees and dependents upon eligibility
• Up to 50% tuition remission for spouses upon eligibility
• A generous Employer retirement contribution of 9.4% of annual salary upon eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision options
• Employer-paid disability, life, and AD&D benefits

Salary Range: $19.94 to $22.60/hr

The University of St. Thomas has provided a salary range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The specific salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

JOB SUMMARY

The Coordinator II position is the primary point of contact for the Guadalupe’s Scholars and Verso L’Alto programs within the Habiger Institute for Catholic Leadership. The position focuses on student recruitment and retention, program formation meetings, coordination of student service opportunities, academic support, and collaboration with other university departments and programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Plan and conduct monthly and bi-monthly meetings for both the Guadalupe’s Scholars and Verso L’alto programs; lead planning and consult with Habiger leadership team on formation curriculum development; monitor service pillar of Guadalupe’s Scholars coordinate opportunities as needed.
2. Coordinate recruitment efforts, especially to targeted parishes within the archdiocese, including meetings with pastors, families and presentations during Masses with marketing materials; serve as liaison with Dougherty 2-year college.
3. Serve as primary contact for Guadalupe’s Scholars including academic support, advising, and remediation plans to improve GPA; monitor retention rate and reporting for Guadalupe’s Scholars program.
4. Serve as primary program representative collaborating with other UST programs and departments, Archdiocesan programs and parishes, and national partnering institutions.
5. Continue on-going communications and networking with Guadalupe’s Scholars alumni; create publications to support recruitment and development efforts to raise scholarship and programming funds.
6. In collaboration with the Program Manager, monitor programming budgets and expenses.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school education or the equivalent
• Three years of administrative support experience, preferably in Higher Education

• Must be able to work flexible hours which may include evenings, weekends, and periodic travels out of state

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to speak Spanish

• An undergraduate degree in Catholic Theology, Catholic Studies, Religious Education, Religious Studies or a related field

• Experience serving in Catholic Education or ministry

• Personal knowledge and experience with Hispanic faith communities

HOW TO APPLY

All interested candidates must apply online at https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/. Follow the instructions to complete an online application which includes creating or updating an applicant profile, uploading a resume, and completing a job specific application.

In light of its commitment to create and maintain a safe learning and working environment, employment with the University of St. Thomas requires consent and successful completion of a background screening.

Official job posting is available at www.stthomas.edu/jobs.