Project Coordinator for Academic and Student Affairs (Time-limited) - Strategic Initiatives

Washington University in St. Louis • Clayton, MO

1d • $23 - $36

About The Position

The Project Coordinator for Academic and Student Affairs provides project coordination, operational support, and strategic assistance for initiatives jointly led by the Office of the Provost and the Division of Student Affairs. This role advances priorities in student experience, academic priorities, academic operations, and special projects that strengthen collaboration across academic and student-facing functions. The position will work closely with Division of Student Affairs and Office of the Provost leadership teams.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
• Relevant Experience (5 Years)

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in higher education, academic administration, student affairs, project coordination, or related fields.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects with diverse stakeholders.
• Familiarity with academic operations, student affairs functions, or university governance structures.
• Experience supporting cross-functional or university-wide initiatives.
• Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, administrators, and students.
• Demonstrated initiative, follow-through, and ability to manage complex or ambiguous assignments.
• Ability to synthesize information, prepare high-quality materials, and support decision-making processes.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree
• Collaboration
• Detail-Oriented
• Fast-Paced Environments
• Interpersonal Communication
• Microsoft Office
• Multicultural Environments
• Oral Communications
• Organizing
• Verbal Communications
• Written Communication

Responsibilities

• Coordinates cross-functional projects that involve both Student Affairs and the Office of the Provost, including initiatives related to academic and student affairs operations, alignment between student affairs and the schools, advising, student success, and retention. Ensures work plans, timelines, and deliverables are clearly defined and executed.
• Provides planning, tracking, documentation, and stakeholder support for academic initiatives emerging from the Provost’s Office. Assists with research, preparation of materials, communications, and logistical execution.
• Coordinates Student Affairs projects related to the student experience, program development, policy implementation, and operational improvement. Facilitates communication and collaboration across units.
• Prepares reports, presentations, and communications for internal audiences; supports coordination between academic leaders, Student Affairs leadership, faculty partners, and campus stakeholders.
• Provides flexible project support for new or rapidly developing priorities, either unit-specific or jointly sponsored by Student Affairs and the Provost’s Office.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED