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What does a student programs coordinator do?

A Student Programs Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing, and overseeing programs and activities that support student engagement and development within educational institutions. Their duties often include coordinating events, managing student organizations, advising students, and collaborating with faculty and staff to enhance the student experience. They play a key role in fostering a vibrant campus community and ensuring students have access to valuable learning and leadership opportunities outside the classroom.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a student programs coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Student Programs Coordinator, you need strong organizational skills, experience in program planning, and a bachelor’s degree in education, student affairs, or a related field. Familiarity with event management software, student information systems, and communication platforms is typically required. Outstanding interpersonal skills, cultural competency, and the ability to multitask make someone stand out in this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for effectively supporting student engagement, managing logistics, and fostering an inclusive campus environment.

What are some common challenges faced by student programs coordinators, and how can they be managed effectively?

Student Programs Coordinators often navigate challenges such as balancing diverse student needs, managing multiple events or programs concurrently, and ensuring effective communication between students, faculty, and administration. Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, adaptability, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Building collaborative relationships and maintaining clear, consistent communication channels can help address these challenges and contribute to the successful delivery of student-focused initiatives.

What is the difference between Student Programs Coordinator vs Student Activities Coordinator?

AspectStudent Programs CoordinatorStudent Activities Coordinator
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, experience in program planningBachelor's degree, event planning experience
Work EnvironmentEducational institutions, program managementSchools, student organizations, event settings
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, colleges, educational nonprofitsHigh schools, colleges, student clubs
Common Search/ComparisonProgram development, student engagementEvent planning, student involvement

The main difference is that a Student Programs Coordinator focuses on developing and managing comprehensive student programs and initiatives, while a Student Activities Coordinator primarily organizes and executes student events and activities. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and work in educational settings, but their scope and focus differ slightly.

Student Programs Coordinator jobs near you
Infographic showing various Student Programs Coordinator job openings in Oregon as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution.

Academic Advisor/Healthcare Programs Coordinator

La Grande, OR • On-site

Eastern Oregon University
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$48K - $61K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title
Academic Advisor/Healthcare Programs Coordinator
Full or Part Time
Full Time
FTE
1.0
Position Type
Regular
Posting Number
20110706C&A
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary
Eastern Oregon University (EOU) seeks nominations, applications, and expressions of interest for the position of Healthcare Programs Coordinator. The position is a full-time, 12-month, shared position and reports directly to the Executive Director of Enrollment Management.
The Academic Advisor/Healthcare Programs Coordinator provides comprehensive academic advising that supports student success, retention, and timely degree completion for both on-campus and online students. The position serves assigned academic disciplines, with primary responsibility for advising students in Science, Technology, Mathematics, and Health Sciences (STMHS) programs, including pre-professional healthcare pathways.
The incumbent serves as a liaison between Eastern Oregon University and graduate health professional programs, coordinates pre-professional healthcare initiatives, develops advising resources and student opportunities, and collaborates with faculty, staff, and community partners to enhance student success and enrollment goals.
Responsibilities
  • Provide comprehensive academic advising for an assigned caseload of on-campus and online students, including first-time, transfer, and continuing students.
  • Guide students regarding degree requirements, academic policies, educational opportunities, career planning, academic progress, and available campus resources.
  • Monitor student progress toward degree completion and implement interventions, referrals, and support strategies to improve student success, retention, and graduation outcomes.
  • Coordinate with faculty advising mentors, university departments, and student support services to address student needs and academic concerns.
  • Develop and implement advising procedures, conduct workshops, trainings, orientation, and outreach activities, and assist students through registration and re-enrollment processes.
  • Maintain accurate advising records and student plans using university information systems, prepare reports, and serve as a subject matter expert for assigned academic programs.
  • Coordinate advising for pre-professional healthcare programs by developing academic plans, communicating application requirements and timelines, maintaining advising materials and program websites, and serving as a liaison with graduate health professional programs.
  • Develop and maintain community partnerships that provide volunteer and job shadowing opportunities, coordinate the EOU Health Speaker Series, advise the Pre-Professional Health Club, and support recruitment, retention, accreditation, and program assessment activities.

Minimum Qualifications
Education
  • Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Experience
  • Two (2) years working with students in higher education, adult education, student services or student personnel, counseling or social work, or educational administration
  • Two (2) years demonstrating the following required skills: problem-solving and critical thinking; strong written, verbal, and interpersonal ability; research and team skills; organizational and presentation skills; multi-tasking ability; and ability to prioritize work in alignment with the position's focus

  • Must satisfactorily complete EOU criminal and credential background check. Having a criminal history is not an automatic bar to employment.
  • In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Eastern Oregon University does not sponsor applicants for employment visas.

Preferred Qualifications
Education
  • Masters degree in Adult Education, Student Services, Counseling, Educational Administration, or a related field
  • Bilingual or multilingual skills

Experience
  • One (1) year of prior academic advising experience with student populations similar to EOU

Special Instructions to Applicants
Eastern Oregon University - Oregon's Rural University! - is a respected public, higher education institution of academic excellence. Outstanding faculty and staff thrive and together fulfill their career ambitions to serve students from all walks of life.
Applicant must provide:
1) Letter of application (which should include why this position is attractive to the applicant, how it meets the applicant's professional goals, and what attracts the applicant to EOU);
2) Resume/Curriculum vitae;
3) Submit names, emails, and phone numbers for at least three references in the reference section of the application.
Candidates are encouraged to review the values and principles of Eastern Oregon University.
Only complete files of qualified applicants will be reviewed.
EOU is a beautiful, quaint campus nestled in the remarkably scenic, high elevation Grande Ronde Valley populated by wonderful, community-minded citizens that have balanced work-life flexibility. Take a virtual tour of Eastern Oregon University
EOU offers a very attractive package of State of Oregon public employee benefits including:
• Paid holidays (10 days/year)
• Paid vacation (accrues 15 hours/month)
• Paid sick time-off (accrues 8 hours/month - no limit!)
• Individual AND Family Healthcare Insurance: medical, dental and vision! (95%+ employer-paid!)
• Generous Oregon Public Employee Retirement System benefits
• Employer paid life insurance
• Relocation assistance
• Discounted tuition benefits for employees and eligible dependents
• Discounted athletics facilities membership
• For more details, see Prospective Employees.
Eastern Oregon University is an EEO Employer and welcomes applications from women, members of historically underrepresented minority groups, US Veterans, and persons with disabilities. EOU is committed to providing equal opportunity in its recruitment, admissions, educational programs, activities and employment without illegal discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any status as protected by state or federal law.
Salary
$48,906 to $61,300 Annually DOE
Posting Detail Information
Open Date
08/19/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
First Day of Application Review
09/15/2026
Quick Link to Posting
https://eou.peopleadmin.com/postings/3589

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