Hybrid Program Coordinator - School of Public Health

Job Description - (Hybrid) Program Coordinator - School of Public Health (28762)

Description

The School of Public Health at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a (Hybrid) Program Coordinator.

The West Virginia University School of Public Health is dedicated to tackling critical public health issues facing the citizens of West Virginia and the Appalachian region. Through community engagement projects, innovation and research, students and faculty are engaged in partnerships or projects in nearly every county in West Virginia. Research and service efforts focus on contemporary issues associated with injury and disease prevention, elimination of health disparities, and policy solutions.

The WVU School of Public Health is fully accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health and, as the only fully accredited public health school in the state, is home to undergraduate and graduate programs in various public health disciplines at the BS, MPH, MHA, MS and PhD levels, as well as a certificate program. We prepare future public health professionals through rigorous academic programs and foster innovation in teaching and learning.

The Program Coordinator for Academic Success plays a critical role in supporting the administration and coordination of academic programs within the School of Public Health. This position ensures smooth operations of curriculum-related processes, student services, and staff support activities. The role involves program management, experiential learning management, compliance monitoring, and stakeholder engagement to maintain high standards in public health education.

• 37.5-hour work week
• 13 paid holidays ( staff holiday calendar )
• 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year ( employee leave )
• 18 sick days per year (for when you’re ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family’s, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
• WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information ? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ’s.
• Wellness programs

• Coordinate day-to-day operations of academic programs, including courses related to career development and field experience, and supporting curriculum updates.
• Assist in developing and implementing academic policies and procedures.
• Assist in the development of program objectives, timelines, and performance metrics.
• Work closely with the Director and program staff to implement program strategies and activities.
• Monitor program compliance with accreditation standards and university requirements.

• Track student placements, student competency attainment in practical and applied settings, work products, and community service; prepare reports for leadership and accrediting bodies.
• Maintain accurate records of academic activities and student progress.
• Assist with compiling data for program reviews and accreditation documentation.
• Assist with tracking and compiling enrollment management data for reporting.

• Foster and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including healthcare providers, community organizations, local governments, and university partners.
• Coordinate communication efforts to engage community partners, public health practitioners, and other relevant groups.
• Monitor affiliation agreements, learning agreements, and evaluations for student field placements.
• Plan and organize meetings, training, and outreach events related to student experiential learning.

• Collaborate with communications staff to share academic program updates via newsletters, websites, and social media.
• As needed, provide support for events to…