What are the responsibilities and job description for the NPCC Program Coordinator position at Portland State University?
Brief Description of PSU / School / Dept
Portland State University is Oregon's most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America's most dynamic cities. Our mission to "let knowledge serve the city" reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action - in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.
More than 27,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.
The National Policy Consensus Center ( NPCC ), in the Hatfield School of Government, is a leader nationally and in Oregon for providing the knowledge, skills, and approaches needed for communities, leaders, and organizations from all sectors to address challenges together. For more information please Click Here
Position Summary
The National Policy Consensus Center ( NPCC ) Program Coordinator provides comprehensive administrative and operational support and coordination to NPCC and each of its programs. The Coordinator will work closely with the Fiscal and Operations Manager to ensure consistent, effective, and equity centered operational policies and procedures are implemented across NPCC and each of its programs by understanding and applying technical and process knowledge. The Coordinator works collaboratively within the center as part of the operations team and with each program director and project manager, as well as with the other units within the Hatfield School and other departments within the College of Urban and Public Affairs ( CUPA ).
In accordance with the AAUP collective bargaining agreement this position is open only to current PSU AAUP academic professionals. Article 17 Section 11 refers.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree and 1 year of work-related experience.
- Demonstrated commitment to equity and a history of contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
- Demonstrated ability of program management / project coordination skills.
- Effective oral and written communication skills; demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service to internal team members and external partner and community members.
- Demonstrated ability to be creative, take initiative, be adaptable, and work both as part of a team and independently.
- Ability to successfully problem-solve and collaborate with colleagues at all levels within a large organization.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively plan and organize activity within a unit to meet deadlines and follow-through on commitments.
- Demonstrated ability to perform very detailed work with a high level of accuracy.
- Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, website management, and other electronic media.
Preferred Qualifications
Key Cultural Competencies
Environmental Stewardship
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days / Hours Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, schedule to be determined. Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
Salary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity.
The starting annual salary for this position will be between $51,984 to $53,712, but may be negotiated above this range dependent upon the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.
PSU offers an excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools : https : / / www.pdx.edu / human-resources / benefits-overview
Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package : https : / / www.pdx.edu / human-resources / psu-total-compensation-calculator
Application Instructions
Additional Information
In accordance with the AAUP collective bargaining agreement this position is open only to current PSU AAUP academic professionals. Article 17 Section 11 refers.
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Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.)
Please list the names, telephone numbers and email addresses for three professional references.
Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle? No Background Check Required Yes Position End Date (if applicable) If you have questions
Please email the National Policy Consensus Center at npccdesk@pdx.edu
Search Details
Posting Close Date 02 / 14 / 2025 Projected Close Date for Posting Closes Application screening begins 02 / 03 / 2025 Quick Link https : / / jobs.hrc.pdx.edu / postings / 46721
Salary : $51,984 - $53,712
