Program Development Coordinator

Strayer Education, Inc.

22h • $27 - $41 • Onsite

About The Position

The Program Development Coordinator will support administrative, organizational and research efforts related to the establishment of the Screen Scoring programs of the Media Design School (MDS) at Strayer University. . Core duties include maintaining organized documentation, tracking timelines and milestones, conducting research on academic and industry trends, and curating data in spreadsheets to inform program decisions. The position also ensures effective communication and collaboration across internal departments and external partners to align efforts and drive program development forward. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Manage day-to-day administrative tasks to support the setup and development of the Media Design School (MDS) and Screen Scoring Institute (SSI). Maintain organized records and documentation related to program planning, development, and implementation. Track timelines, milestones, and deliverables to ensure projects stay on schedule and meet objectives. Conduct research on academic programs, industry trends, and local resources; analyze and structure findings to inform program decisions. Create and maintain spreadsheets and tracking systems to monitor progress and support decision-making. Work closely with internal departments across Strayer University to ensure alignment and coordinated efforts. Facilitate communication between internal teams and external partners to support effective program implementation and collaboration.

Requirements

• Strong web research skills with the ability to gather and synthesize information from multiple sources.
• Exceptional organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational communication skills, both written and verbal.
• High interest in the creative arts, with a passion for innovative and expressive projects.
• Thrives in fast-paced, high-energy environment.
• Proficient in all Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
• 2+ years’ of experience in operations, scheduling, logistics, public service, nonprofit work, or program coordination.
• Bachelor of Arts required.
• Must be able to travel occasionally should a business need arise.
• Ability to work onsite in Corporate or Campus location (in a typical office environment) may be required based on role.
• If offsite or hybrid role, must have access to work in setting which enables meeting all requirements of the role (including privacy, reliable internet access, phone, ability to video conference, etc.) at a remote location.
• Faculty and Federal Work Study roles require access to work in setting which enables meeting all requirements of the role (including computer, privacy, reliable internet access, phone, ability to video conference, etc.) at a remote location.
• Must be able to meet critical thinking and problem solving aspects aligned to job duties, as well as effectively communicating with co-workers.
• Must be able to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs warrant.
• Able to access information using a computer.

Nice To Haves

• Background in customer-facing roles or the service industry, including hospitality or retail preferred.
• Exposure to research or analytical work in academic, policy, or organizational settings.
• Educational background in business management, arts management, entertainment business practice, communications, or related field preferred.
• Accommodations related to schedule may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day administrative tasks to support the setup and development of the Media Design School (MDS) and Screen Scoring Institute (SSI).
• Maintain organized records and documentation related to program planning, development, and implementation.
• Track timelines, milestones, and deliverables to ensure projects stay on schedule and meet objectives.
• Conduct research on academic programs, industry trends, and local resources; analyze and structure findings to inform program decisions.
• Create and maintain spreadsheets and tracking systems to monitor progress and support decision-making.
• Work closely with internal departments across Strayer University to ensure alignment and coordinated efforts.
• Facilitate communication between internal teams and external partners to support effective program implementation and collaboration.

Benefits

• SEI offers a comprehensive package of benefits to employees scheduled 30 hours or more per week. In addition to medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans, SEI employees may take advantage of well-being incentives, parental leave, paid time off, certain paid holidays, tax saving accounts (FSA, HSA), 401(k) retirement benefit, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, tuition assistance as well as entertainment and retail discounts.
• Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay, if applicable.

What This Job Offers

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