Academic Program Administrator, Portland, Oregon

Employer Portland State University
Created 05/04/2024
Reference 240472802
Country United States
State Oregon
City Portland
Zip 97201
Salary -

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled


Portland State University


Position Details
Position Details

Proposed Start Date06/01/2024Classification TitleAcademic ServicesRankN - No RankWorking TitleAcademic Program AdministratorDepartment270401 - EEN Electrical/Computer EngineeringPosition NumberD92561RepresentationAU - AAUP RenewableRenewableEnd date, if applicable Position FTE1.0Tenure StatusN - not applicable

Position Summary

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.
Position Summary
The Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering is seeking a dynamic staff member to support student success as our new Academic Program Administrator. By using specialized skills and independent judgment, the Administrator supports student success in both our undergraduate and graduate programs. The Academic Program Administrator is key to implementing Department recruitment, enrollment, retention, degree completion, and process improvement. This position works collaboratively with the Department Chair and faculty, as well as departments within the Maseeh College of Engineering and Computer Science, the Office of Graduate Studies, Pathway Advisors, and the Registrar to support programs and outcomes.


Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years related experience
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and 4+ years related experience supporting student success and program management within a university or Master’s degree in academic advising or related field.
Key Cultural Competencies
  • Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences.
  • Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.
  • Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
  • Adhere to all of PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours8-5 M-FTotal 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 $57,060 and $59,000 dependent upon the factors above.

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


Search Details

Posting Close DateProjected Close Date for PostingOpen Until FilledApplication screening begins05/01/2024Quick Link https://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/44711

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