Program Coordinator

Department:

Center for Leadership and American Principles

Salary:

$60,000.00 annually

Normal Work Schedule:

8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday with some evenings or weekends for special events

Job Summary:

Under the supervision of the Director of the Center for Leadership and American Principles, the Program Coordinator advances the Center’s mission by managing the Summer Civics Seminar, Tocqueville Lecture Series, documentary project, and other emerging initiatives. The role supports civic education statewide by strengthening content knowledge, enhancing teacher development, and cultivating strategic partnerships. This position is funded through September 30, 2028, with potential extension based on availability of funding.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Program Management: Coordinate the Summer Civics Seminar; assist with curriculum; support the Tocqueville Lecture Series; contribute to the documentary project; travel as needed.
• Communications & Outreach: Maintain the Center’s public profile; develop newsletters and social media content; represent the Center at events; coordinate with University Communications as appropriate.
• Partnerships: Maintain relationships with school districts, agencies, civic organizations, and campus units.
• Grant and Data Support: Track deliverables, monitor budgets, compile reports, and manage data.
• Editorial/Academic Support: Serve as Managing Editor of Compass: An Undergraduate Journal of American Political Ideas; assist with research and publications.
• General: Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Political Science, Philosophy, History, Economics, Education (Social Studies or History focus), or a related field.
• Four years of experience in program management, grant administration, event planning, or other relevant roles.
• Commitment to the mission of the Center.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Academic training in American political thought or American political development.
• Ph.D. in Political Science, Philosophy, History, Economics, or a related field.
• Experience with implementation and reporting of federal grants.
• Familiarity with Alabama’s K–12 context and statewide education networks.
• Initiative and self-motivation to advance the Center’s mission.
• Ability to carry projects from concept to completion with minimal supervision.

Required Documents:

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. Unofficial Transcripts

Employee Benefits:

JSU strives to provide a great quality of life to our employees through an attractive, competitive benefits package for our full-time faculty and staff. These benefits enhance your salary as a JSU employee and are part of your total compensation package. 

Benefits include:

Retirement Plans

• Alabama Teacher’s Retirement System (TRS)
• RSA-1 Deferred Compensation
• 403-B Retirement Annuity (TIAA)

Health Insurance

• Medical (PEEHIP)
• Optional plans: vision, dental, flexible spending plan, dependent care, cancer and hospital indemnity

Long-term disability and life insurance

Tuition assistance

Paid and unpaid leave

Employee Assistance Program

Prescription assistance

For additional information regarding benefits, please visit our website.

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