Program Coordinator II

Grinnell, IA Full Time Collegiate Faculty, Staff, Administration Posted 07/22/2026

Do you thrive at the intersection of higher education, relationship-building, and program management? Are you energized by bringing people together, coordinating meaningful learning experiences, and ensuring that complex initiatives run smoothly? The Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) seeks a collaborative, detail-oriented Program Coordinator to help shape and support a vibrant culture of teaching, learning, and professional growth.

In this highly visible role, the Program Coordinator partners closely with the CTL Director to plan, coordinate, and administer a wide range of programs that support faculty development and academic excellence. From signature events and workshops to grants, guest speakers, and faculty engagement initiatives, the coordinator plays a pivotal role in translating ideas into impactful experiences.

• Coordinate and manage key CTL initiatives, including:
  • Community Fridays
  • Summer workshop programs
  • Portions of New Faculty Orientation
  • Visiting scholars and guest speaker events
  • Additional programs and grant-funded initiatives within the CTL portfolio
• Serve as a central partner to the CTL Director and collaborate closely with CTL staff to advance the center's mission and strategic goals.
• Oversee the administrative and operational aspects of CTL programming, including budgeting, scheduling, contracts, event logistics, and resource management.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with faculty, staff, campus partners, guest presenters, and external organizations.
• Act as a key point of contact for CTL programs, ensuring clear, professional, and timely communication across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Anticipate challenges, manage competing priorities, and ensure programs are executed with excellence and attention to detail.
• Integrate risk management and sound decision‑making practices into all aspects of program planning and implementation.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Five years of applicable experience at an advanced administrative level
• Experience promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities with exceptional attention to detail.
• Proven ability to independently organize and manage workloads in an efficient manner
• Strength in developing relationships with internal and external partners

• Bachelor’s degree
• Experience supervising student employees.

Since its founding in 1846, Grinnell has become one of the nation's premier liberal arts colleges, enrolling 1,700 students from all 50 states and from as many international countries. Grinnell's rigorous academic program emphasizes excellence in education for students in the liberal arts; the college offers the B.A. degree in a range of departments across the humanities, arts, sciences, and social studies.

Grinnell has a strong tradition of social responsibility and action, and self-governance and personal responsibility are key components of campus life. More information about Grinnell College is available nnell.edu.