Program Coordinator - Graduate Nursing Department

About FIU
Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, and an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Job Summary
Coordinates and administers the operational and financial activities associated with the academic program in the Graduate Nursing Department, including academic/student program planning, implementation, and evaluation. This position reports to the Chairperson of the Graduate Nursing Department.

Coordinates and administers operational and financial activities of the Graduate Nursing Department, including budget monitoring, account reconciliation, and advisement of management on budgetary needs or discrepancies.

Oversees the development, scheduling, and implementation of new and ongoing academic programs and student services, ensuring alignment with departmental goals and university standards.

Supports instructional operations through curriculum development, evaluation of instructional quality and methods, and research and recommendation of new or revised programs as needed.

Establishes and maintains academic standards, degree requirements, and accreditation compliance in coordination with relevant institutional stakeholders.

Assists with course scheduling, faculty assignments, space allocation, program marketing, and student recruitment activities.

Manages all logistical aspects of departmental projects, including planning, initiation, implementation, and evaluation; monitors project status and generates data‑driven reports to support decision‐making.

Serves as liaison between program participants and the broader university community, facilitating effective communication and coordination across stakeholders.

Conducts program evaluation and data analysis to support quality improvement initiatives and strategic planning efforts.

Monitors accounts/expenditures and reconciles statements. Advises management on budgetary needs or discrepancies.

Assists in the coordination/preparation of strategic plans in support of the Graduate Nursing Department.

Ensures staff compliance with university policies and procedures; serves as a university card user for departmental transactions in accordance with applicable credit card policies.

Provides cross‑coverage support during peak operational periods.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of office or related experience.

Desired Qualifications

Prior experience coordinating an academic program.

Experience in higher education.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) and SharePoint, including advanced features such as data analysis tools, document automation, and collaborative workflows.

Job Category
Administrative

Advertised Salary
$43,000-$48,000

Work Schedule
Begin time: 8:30 AM
End time: 5:00 PM

Pre‑Employment Requirements
Research Expanded Background Check

Other Information

Ability to work flexible hours as needed.

Ability to travel locally.

Notice of Non‑Discrimination
FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affluent Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding non‑discrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights at 305.348.2785 or email ocr@fiu.edu.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement
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