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The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
At WGU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:
Job Description
This role will lead, manage, and coordinate multiple projects, ensuring implementation is successful as well as aligned to department and university goals. The project coordinator is responsible for the efficient operation of the department, including supporting department employees with operational needs and creating positive working relationships throughout WGU.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
• Coordinates the execution of strategic deliverables and manages completion of follow-up items and deliverables
• Meets project deadlines
• Ensure accuracy of project management tools (AtTask)
• Escalate project risks as appropriate
• Confirm external contracts for vendors and consultants are executed in a timely manner
• Leads, coordinates, assists with, and reports on projects, including, but not limited to, project tracking and follow up, milestone management, data analyzation, preparation of communications
• Manage inputs from all development roles for each project to set deliverables and dates
• Utilize project management tools to manage and document decisions, task assignments, and approvals.
• Review, resolve, or redirect information and issues that from the COS feedback system
• Works closely with other team members to analyze, strategize, and complete ad hoc requests creatively, effectively, and efficiently
• Coordinates and executes department events, including managing meeting spaces, catering, and travel accommodations for the annual training conference
• Fulfills other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:
• Ability to work with confidential information and to apply maturity and discretion in daily operational role
• Ability to work strategically and collaboratively across teams and departments
• Ability to empathize with individuals when approached for help in situational circumstances
• Effective, efficient, versatile, and action-oriented approach
• Strong organizational skills, with great attention to detail and reliability in following through on assignments
• Ability to work through a task list, ensuring tasks are completed in a timely and thorough manner
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including ability to articulate concepts and ideas effectively with minimal guidance
• Experience with reviewing and responding to correspondence
• Proficiency in creating presentations and working on spreadsheets
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office
• Ability to evaluate data and synthesize results and identify trends
• Excellent time management skills and ability to work flexible hours when needed
• Ability to prioritize assignments and work on multiple deadline-driven priorities
• Ability to exhibit good judgement under pressure
High School Diploma or equivalent
3 years of related experience as doing project coordination or similar
Excellent Communication Skills
Solid Knowledge of Microsoft Products
Preferred
Bachelor’s degree in a business or related field
Project coordination/management experience or certification
Background knowledge/experience in higher ed
This position requires occasional travel of up to 20%, including required attendance at designated company summits (typically one to two per year). Additional travel may include conferences, visits to company locations, and other business-related events as needed. Additional travel may be assigned as needed to support business requirements.
Position & Application Details
Full-Time Regular Positions (classified as regular and working 40 standard weekly hours): This is a full-time, regular position (classified for 40 standard weekly hours) that is eligible for bonuses; medical, dental, vision, telehealth and mental healthcare; health savings account and flexible spending account; basic and voluntary life insurance; disability coverage; accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages; legal and identity theft coverage; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual, flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual, 11 paid holidays, and other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave.How to Apply: If interested, an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday.
Additional Information
Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive.
Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@wgu.edu.
Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.