Coordinator - Institutional Effectiveness and Academic Quality

Coordinator - Institutional Effectiveness and Academic Quality

Company:
Rocky Vista University

Job Location:

Category:
Institutional Research and Planning

Type:
Full-Time

Close Date: 4/17/2026

Type: Full-Time

Budgeted Salary Range: $21.85 - $25.00 per hour DOE
Location, Job Title, Benefits

Rocky Vista University in Englewood, CO has an opening for a

Coordinator - Institutional Effectiveness and Academic Quality (Full-Time)

To be considered for this position applicants should submit a resume/cover letter and salary requirements on our Careers page at www.rvu.edu.

SALARY:

$21.85 - $25.00 per hour, the salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skill, knowledge, experience, education, and credentials.

BENEFITS:

RVU offers a full benefits package that includes Health, Dental and Vision insurance, along with 2 weeks (minimum) accrued paid vacation days per year, 12 accrued sick days per year, personal days, 13 ½ paid holidays and 401(K) match up to 7% based on employee's contribution. Join us in an environment where in-office work is the primary focus, complemented by hybrid work flexibility for eligible positions.

Commitment to Inclusive Excellence: We are Rocky Vista University (RVU), a diverse, equitable, and inclusive healthcare education university that recognizes, values, and respects the commonalities and differences reflected in our students, staff, faculty, and alumni. We strive to be compassionate healthcare educators and practitioners who embrace and champion inclusive excellence.

RVU is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Primary Purpose

This position supports institutional effectiveness, accreditation success, and academic quality initiatives that directly impact student outcomes and organizational excellence. The Coordinator will provide administrative and operational support to the Vice Provost of Academic Quality/Vice President of Institutional Effectiveness (VPAQIE) through strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include scheduling, meeting coordination, support for accreditation-related activities, event and travel logistics, expense processing, and preparation of reports, agendas, minutes, and materials.

Essential Job Functions

• Provide day-to-day administrative support including scheduling, correspondence, and general office coordination.
• Coordinate meetings, agendas, materials, minutes, and follow-up actions for Academic Affairs and Institutional Effectiveness committees, task forces, and working groups.
• Assist with accreditation and compliance activities by supporting logistics, gathering information, and proofreading and editing submissions to external agencies (e.g., Department of Higher Education, Higher Learning Commission, IPEDS).
• Maintain shared departmental calendars, correspondence, general office coordination, and coordinate scheduling across multiple stakeholders/departments.
• Prepare and review correspondence, reports, and presentations with accuracy and professionalism.
• Coordinate travel, events, and logistical arrangements for Academic Affairs leadership activities.
• Serve as a coordination point between Academic Affairs, Institutional Effectiveness, and campus departments.
• Maintain organized and confidential records and information in accordance with institutional policies.
• Support the development and maintenance of administrative processes, workflows, and tracking systems.
• Provide cross-functional support within the President's Office as needed.
• Use available office technologies to prepare documents, track information, and improve workflow efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Working proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other productivity tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to draft clear, concise correspondence.
• Demonstrated commitment to professionalism and discretion.
• Commitment to inclusive excellence in all aspects of work.
• Problem-solving mindset and ability to juggle multiple priorities simultaneously.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required from an accredited institution.
• Previous experience in higher education.
• Demonstrated success in administrative support.
• Experience coordinating events and interacting with a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate professionally with institutional stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

Final applicant will be required to pass background check and drug screening.

Qualified applicants will be contacted. There may be an additional video interview for you to complete. Please watch your email including spam and promotions folder.

Rocky Vista University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities, and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary. The following are essential abilities and physical requirements for all positions at the University.

• Ability to orally communicate effectively with others;
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing, using the English language;
• Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and supervisory staffs at all levels;
• May be exposed to short, intermittent, and/or prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing in performance of job duties;
• May be required to accomplish job duties using various types of equipment/supplies to include, but not limited to, pens, pencils, calculators, computer keyboards, telephone, etc.;
• May be required to transport oneself to other campus offices, conference rooms, and on occasion, to off-campus sites to attend meetings, conferences, workshops, seminars, etc.