What are the responsibilities and job description for the McNair Scholars Program Coordinator position at Delta State University?
Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
McNair Scholars Program Coordinator
Working Title
McNair Scholars Program Director
Position Type
Staff
Department
Grants and Contracts
Posting Number
201201736
Full or Part Time
Full Time
Benefit Eligible
Yes
If Other, Please Explain:
Tenure/Non-Tenure Track
Salary Basis
12 month
If Other, Please Explain:
Position Summary Information
Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Executive Director of Sponsored Programs and Special Projects and the McNair Research Scholars Project Director, the McNair Research Scholars Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the relationship between the program and the scholars, including data entry, travel with students, and maintaining up-to-date files on the students.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or documented relevant experience or training; a minimum of five years of office work experience; excellent ability to utilize Microsoft Office and similar computer programs; experience working with students with backgrounds and experiences similar to McNair Research Scholars; experience with inputting and managing data; and excellent communication skills.
Salary
Commensurate with experience, qualifications, and university’s resources.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or documented relevant experience or training; a minimum of five years of office work experience; excellent ability to utilize Microsoft Office and similar computer programs; experience working with students with backgrounds and experiences similar to McNair Research Scholars; experience with inputting and managing data; and excellent communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to qualified candidates with university work experience; experience managing organization newsletters, calendars, and social media; and experience working in TRIO programs or federal grant programs.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Information
Posting Detail Information
Open Date
07/01/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Posting Specific Questions
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- DSU Employee
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- * Will you now or in the future require "sponsorship" for an employment based visa status?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Other Document
- Letter of Reference 1
- Letter of Reference 2
- Letter of Reference 3