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Job Summary
The Leadership Institute is seeking a part-time Program Coordinator to assist in support of training and development programs for external and internal stakeholders. The position involves assisting in planning events, coordinating workshops and team building activities, providing business administrative support, and managing client communication. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills and comprehensive knowledge on Microsoft Office Suite applications, and the ability to work independently.
Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, planning, and coordinating the implementation and execution of programs, special projects, events and other initiatives;
• Oversee and administer all facets and activities related to day-to-day operations, to include, but not limited to inventory management, submission of maintenance requests, training room set up, or deploying speaker agreements to consultants;
• Serves as liaison with internal and external clients and coordinates all matters related to program and/or department training activities;
• Assist in the administer, collection, compilation, and analysis of program data to prepare comprehensive program reports and evaluation summaries;
• Assist with coordination and monitor of social media presence and program outreach engagements to include, but not limited to vendor fairs and other client related events.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Business Administration, Hospitality, Marketing, or a field relevant to the specific industry (e.g., healthcare, logistics).
• Experience: 1¿3 years of experience in an administrative, clerical, or assistant role, demonstrating competence in project support or office logistics.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with project management software.
• Organization/Detail-Oriented: Ability to manage schedules, vendors, and multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written skills for coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to resolve conflicts, handle high-stress situations, and adapt to changes.

Proposed Salary
Salary $22/hr.
19 hours/week - up to 25 hours, depending on program needs.
Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Contact Information
If you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Office at 706-507-8920 or e-mail to hr@columbusstate.edu.
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The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Institutional Values
Excellence: Actively engaging outstanding methods in teaching, academic discovery, creative pursuits, student success, cultural enrichment and the overall campus community.
Creativity: Pursuing distinction through inquiry and innovation, challenging convention and focusing on solutions.
Engagement: Dynamic civic involvement and participation of students, faculty, staff and alumni in the university experience.
Sustainability: Advancing fiscal responsibility, well-being, innovation, lifelong learning and environmental stewardship.
Inclusion: Cultivating and championing a campus environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and practices.
Servant Leadership: Leading through ethical empowerment and service.
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:

• A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;
• Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities.
• Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle. A successful drug screening will be required as a condition of employment a randomly thereafter.

*Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. *
For Faculty Hires : Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of Columbus State University to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.