Graduate Program Coordinators in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences are team members of the College Office of Graduate Affairs (COGA) assigned to specific College academic departments to manage the administrative aspects of the graduate program and to advise graduate students and faculty on policies and processes related to graduate education at KU.

This graduate program coordinator position reports to the COGA Assistant Director and is assigned to the Department(s) of:

• Anthropology
• Leadership Studies
• Visual Art

Graduate Program Coordinators work closely with faculty in their assigned academic unit, the COGA office, and other campus partners on key processes and initiatives related to graduate education. They provide students with equitable advising on program policy and requirements, connect them to campus resources, and guide them through the logistics of their graduate degree, from the application process through graduation.

Graduate Program Coordinators report to COGA, but their offices are located in the campus building of the department they support. They interact primarily with faculty and students day-to-day and build rapport and an understanding of department requirements and culture in order to tailor advising and to meet their departments’ needs.

Graduate program coordinators’ work is conducted independently, and they enjoy a high degree of autonomy in how they structure their time and manage projects to meet the requirements of the academic calendar and the needs of their assigned departments. As members of COGA, they also benefit from having a team of colleagues to serve as a resource, share best practices, and build community.

Education or training in the field of study of the assigned academic units is not required, nor is prior experience in higher education. Graduate program coordinators are provided with comprehensive training to become subject matter experts on policies and processes related to graduate education at KU. Ongoing training and opportunities for additional professional development are also provided to encourage professional growth.

This position has a hybrid work arrangement of up to two days/week remote and three days/week on-campus during the fall and spring semesters. Additional remote work is available during the summer session and academic breaks. Candidates are also encouraged to review KU’s employee benefits packages and paid leave schedule.

Evaluation of the following requirements will be made through (1) descriptions of work experiences and educational experiences in cover letter, (2) record of accomplishments and productivity addressed in resume, and (3) information provided from professional references. Please note that “relevant experience” for this position is any professional position, or combination of professional positions, where the experiences and skills in the required qualifications were

• Bachelor’s degree with 3 years relevant experience OR Master’s degree.
• Professional experience involving the execution of detailed and time-sensitive procedures requiring independent judgment and a high degree of accuracy.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills as evidenced by application materials.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience investigating, interpreting and communicating guidelines, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently to organize and track tasks/projects and to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating and communicating with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, or levels of authority.
• Experience using databases or other electronic systems for tracking and managing information (e.g., accounts, data, forms).

This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have advanced knowledge, analytical skills and professional competencies necessary to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is commonly recognized as the standard qualification for similar roles in the public and private sector, ensuring that the university remains competitive with industry aligned practices, enhances collaboration with external partners, and supports the delivery of services and programs that meet professional and market-driven expectations.

A complete application includes:

• a cover letter that addresses how you meet all of the required qualifications
• a resume
• contact information, including email addresses, of three (3) professional references.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Application review begins Monday, July 27, 2026. In order to ensure consideration, please apply prior to that date.

Brittney Tyler-Milholland
tylermil@ku.edu

$54,700

Monday July 27, 2026

Monday August 24, 2026

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