Program Support Coordinator - Center for Advancing Faculty Excellence (CAFE)

Office of Faculty Affairs / Faculty Support - Diane Filion Center for Advancing Faculty Excellence (CAFE)

The CAFE Coordinator plays a pivotal role in supporting the Diane Filion Center for Advancing Faculty Excellence (CAFE) at UMKC. This position ensures that CAFE's professional development initiatives, faculty support services, and resource management are executed efficiently and effectively. The CAFE Coordinator works closely with the CAFE Director, Faculty Fellows, and campus partners to promote faculty success through well-organized programming, timely communication, and exceptional operational support.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinate logistics for CAFE programming, including workshops, events, and Faculty Learning Communities (FLCs).
• Provide scheduling support for CAFE Faculty Fellows and the CAFE Director, ensuring meetings and programs run smoothly.
• Assist in the planning, promotion, and execution of professional learning opportunities for UMKC faculty.
• Promote CAFE's professional learning opportunities and events through newsletters, social media, and other communication platforms.
• Collaborate with the CAFE team to ensure clear and timely dissemination of information about workshops, conferences, and initiatives.
• Develop proficiency with Canvas to provide first-line support for faculty experiencing technical difficulties.
• Utilize advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and Zoom to support virtual and hybrid programming.
• Perform standard administrative tasks, such as maintaining records, tracking program participation, and supporting evaluation efforts.
• Assist with accurate record keeping and logging of faculty participation and engagement.
• Curate and manage the CAFE giveaways, including inventory tracking, restocking, and coordinating orders for new items.
• Maintain inventory and proactively order coffee supplies and snacks for the Faculty Commons, ensuring a welcoming space for faculty engagement.
• Obtain and use a university-issued procurement card to purchase meeting supplies, refreshments, and other program-related items, adhering to university purchasing policies and procedures.

Receives instruction, guidance, and direction from the CAFE Director and senior-level roles within the Center for Advancing Faculty Excellence.
May mentor (or supervise as needed) others in completing program/project duties

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

• Experience in event coordination, marketing, or program support within an academic or professional development setting.
• Familiarity with Canvas or other learning management systems.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and maintain attention to detail.
• Basic knowledge of ADA compliance related to event planning, technology platforms, and communication.
• Advanced proficiency with Zoom and the Microsoft Office, including Teams.
• Experience with organizational procurement procedures or willingness to complete training to obtain and manage a procurement card.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities needed for this role:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Canvas, and other educational technology platforms.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with faculty, staff, and campus partners.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to anticipate needs and proactively address them.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

$18.50/hr - $28.85/hr commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity.

Applications will be accepted until this position is filled, for best consideration apply by April 20, 2025.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.