Program Coordinator, Master of Social Work

Point Loma Nazarene University • San Diego, CA

12h • Onsite

About The Position

PLNU is seeking an organized, collaborative, and student-focused Program Coordinator to support the launch and ongoing operations of the Master of Social Work (MSW) program at the Mission Valley Campus in San Diego. This role provides essential administrative, operational, and logistical support across student services, practicum coordination, scheduling, events, accreditation, and faculty support while helping foster a welcoming and mission-centered learning environment for students, faculty, and community partners.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• One or more years of administrative work experience
• Proficient in Google Workspace (Gmail, Calendar, Meet, Chat, Drive, Docs, Sheets, and Slides), Microsoft (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel), and Workday
• Ability to compose written materials using correct spelling, grammar, punctuation, syntax, and format
• Strong organizational skills, dependability in follow-through, adaptability, and ability to take initiative, work independently, make decisions, handle stress, and maintain confidentiality
• Competent multitasking skills required, including the ability to maintain workflow despite frequent interruptions
• Excellent interpersonal skills to relate to students, faculty, staff, donors, alumni, and community partners with an affable and flexible disposition
• Willingness to support and enthusiastically engage with people from diverse walks of life
• Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement.
• Staff agree to live in agreement with PLNU’s 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

Nice To Haves

• Degree in social work, business, or related field
• Two or more years of administrative work experience, preferably in higher education
• Experience coordinating groups, schedules, events, tasks, and physical spaces
• Proficiency in Google and Mac products, Workday, Coursedog, Canva, and related systems
• Demonstrated understanding of social media and current trends
• Familiarity with AI tools and willingness to learn and apply emerging technologies in the workplace
• Ability to quickly learn and assist in implementation of new software and systems
• Strong accuracy, attention to detail, and collaborative teamwork skills
• Knowledge and experience working with a diverse population is preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and operational support for the Master of Social Work program and the Field Director
• Support course scheduling processes in collaboration with faculty, Records, and the Program Director
• Assist with maintaining accuracy of program courses and academic information within Workday and related systems
• Coordinate course waitlists, substitutions, and exception processes while supporting long-range scheduling needs
• Maintain practicum and field education documentation and support compliance tracking processes
• Assist with student internship placements, site onboarding, faculty liaison logistics, and practicum-related events and orientations
• Support recruitment initiatives, onboarding activities, and student-centered engagement events
• Coordinate administrative support for faculty recruiting, adjunct onboarding, and student worker processes
• Plan and support program events including orientations, gatherings, conferences, and student engagement activities
• Assist with assessment reporting, accreditation support, and data collection processes
• Collaborate with Admissions, Marketing, and campus partners to support program communications and social media engagement
• Generate reports and queries using Workday and other systems to support operational needs
• Assist with budget tracking, purchasing, scholarship coordination, and financial recordkeeping
• Facilitate communication and collaboration across campus departments and community partners
• Provide general administrative support including scheduling, calendar management, purchasing, travel coordination, meeting support, and facilities requests
• Deliver high-quality customer service to students, faculty, staff, guests, and community stakeholders
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned

Benefits

• health
• dental
• tuition benefits for employees and dependents
• competitive retirement matching
• vacation and sick time
• 15 paid holidays per year
• opportunities to engage with our community including staff chapel and a robust wellness program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level