CCRSJ - Program Coordinator Job Description

Job Title: Program Coordinator

Job Code: ____

Grade: 232

Department: LAW: Center for Civil Rights and Social Justice

Campus Location (For Posting): Atlanta

Pay Range Minimum:

FLSA*: Exempt

*This is an Exempt position. Employees in this position are paid a salary on a monthly basis and are not eligible

to receive overtime pay.

Posting Date: 5/3/2023

Application Review Dates: First Review 5/19/2023; Second Review (if needed) 6/5/2023

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Center for Civil Rights and Social Justice [“CCRSJ”] housed at the Emory

University School of Law is looking for a program coordinator to join the team. Working under the guidance

and supervision of center directors (Darren Hutchinson, Faculty Director and Alicia Hughes, Interim Executive

Director), the program coordinator provides logistical and administrative support for all CCRSJ events and

activities. Duties include executing planned projects, preparing program materials, transmitting

correspondence, and overseeing support during program sessions, including but not limited to webinars,

symposia, colloquia, and meetings. The position involves significant interaction with internal school clients

(faculty and other departments) and external audiences. The program coordinator may help develop fundraising

programs, including researching and identifying funding sources, and assisting with writing and submitting grant

proposals. The program coordinator also performs related responsibilities as required.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, intuitive, and passionate about civil rights and social justice.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree and three years of related experience, or equivalent combination of experience,

education, and training.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Advanced degree

• Proficient in MS Office Suite, Zoom, Outlook.

• Working knowledge of Canvas preferred but not required.

• Ability to work a varied schedule based on business demand which will include nights and weekends.

• Events planning background

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the work being performed by people assigned to this

job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the

personnel so classified. Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University

location.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER:

Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to

innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity