Education Coordinator, Graduate Programs Jefferson College of Nursing

Jefferson Health Plans•Philadelphia, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Education Coordinator provides academic administration, coordination, and support for the implementation and administration of Jefferson College of Nursing graduate programs. Working with the Chair of Programs, Program Directors, assigned faculty, and the Lead Education Coordinator, the Coordinator supports accreditation and compliance and helps ensure stable, productive program operations. The position provides independent, complex support for programs and assigned committees. The Coordinator oversees program logistics and paperwork throughout students’ program lifecycles, communicates about student and operational concerns, and supports assigned cohorts in meeting clinical objectives and credentialing requirements. The role also coordinates applicant interviews and onboarding, maintains and assesses databases and reporting processes, manages program and student evaluations within established timeframes, and contributes to planning, projects, workflow analysis, and accreditation reviews. The Coordinator serves as a liaison among students, faculty, university administration, clinical sites, and internal and external partners, and provides students and fellows with administrative guidance about requirements, due dates, and deadlines. The position requires strong computer, organizational, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills; the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks independently; sound judgment and initiative; and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality. The Coordinator must be able to learn and use systems such as Banner and Blackboard and be proficient with the MS Office Suite. The position is based at 901 Walnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and is a regular day-workday role.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Demonstrated computer proficiency using the MS Office Suite.
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to work collaboratively with internal and external constituencies.
Ability to multitask independently and maintain strict confidentiality.
High-level computer skills and ability to learn and use computer-based programs such as Banner and Blackboard.
Well-developed organizational and problem-solving skills, including prioritization, planning, time management, and attention to detail.
Ability to use initiative, work independently, and exercise independent judgment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of administrative experience preferred.
Previous university experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate program logistics and paperwork throughout students’ program lifecycles, and address student-related and operational concerns in a timely manner.
Support programs in meeting accreditation requirements and standards, and coordinate activities based on accreditation requirements.
Coordinate implementation of program policies and procedures.
Work with students in assigned cohorts to ensure clinical objectives and credentialing requirements are met.
Develop and maintain databases and assess efficiencies to support accurate, efficient data reporting.
Assess programmatic issues, contribute to long-range planning and projects, analyze administrative workflows, and communicate with faculty and students.
Coordinate applicant interviews and onboarding paperwork, and maintain communication with Program Directors and students throughout the year.
Serve as a liaison among students, faculty, university administration, clinical sites, internal departments, and divisions regarding recruitment, orientation, annual program matters, affiliation agreements, and external rotations.
Manage evaluation processes related to students, programs, faculty, and rotations within established timeframes.
Assist with accreditation site visits and internal reviews, including interpreting and applying accrediting agency and university policies to support compliance.
Provide administrative supervision and guidance to students and fellows regarding administrative matters, due dates, and deadlines.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical insurance, including prescription coverage
Supplemental insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life and AD&D insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Retirement plans
Tuition assistance
Voluntary benefits, including access to group insurance rates and discounts
Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full-time service or two years of part-time service
Access to medical insurance, including prescription coverage, for all colleagues, including those working less than part-time