Program Coordinator

Adams State University•Alamosa, CO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Adams State University is hiring a Program Coordinator in its Finance Department. Reporting to the Vice President of Finance, the role supports campus operations through administrative leadership and financial coordination, with a focus on operational excellence and fiscal transparency. The coordinator manages office budgets and account reconciliations; processes purchasing requisitions and contracts; handles payroll and accounts-payable check distribution; and coordinates risk-management activities, insurance renewals and claims, bond disclosures, and Moody’s reporting data. The role also supports campus communications and departmental administration by maintaining finance web pages, tracking fiscal notes, supervising work-study students, and facilitating departmental search processes. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in business, communication, or a relevant field, or equivalent experience at a rate of two years of experience per year of college, plus two years of office management or related experience. The successful candidate will have strong written and verbal communication, organization, and problem-solving skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Applications; and the ability to work independently and handle confidential information. Experience in higher education, budget oversight, and collaborative work with diverse constituencies is preferred. This is a full-time, 1.0 FTE position located at Adams State University in Alamosa, Colorado. The university describes its commitment to inclusive excellence and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Employment is contingent on verification of work eligibility and an acceptable background check.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, communication, or a relevant field, or equivalent experience at a rate of two years of experience per year of college.
Two years of office management or related experience.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Applications.
Ability to work independently and handle confidential information.
Proof of eligibility to work is required before an offer can be finalized.
An acceptable background check is required as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Background in higher education.
Experience with budget oversight.
Ability to work collegially and collaboratively with diverse internal and external constituencies.

Responsibilities

Manage office budgets and reconcile accounts.
Process purchasing requisitions, route contracts, and distribute payroll and accounts-payable checks.
Manage property and liability insurance renewals and file claims.
Coordinate bond disclosures and Moody’s reporting data.
Maintain finance web pages and track fiscal notes.
Supervise work-study students.
Facilitate departmental search processes.