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Higher Education Program Coordinator

Education and Training
Education Administration
Higher Education Administrator

Plan, direct, or coordinate student instruction, administration, and services, as well as other research and educational activities, at postsecondary institutions, including universities, colleges, and junior and community colleges.

At a Glance

Higher Education Program Coordinator. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 2–3 years. Top skills: Customer Service, Administrative Support, Communication.

Avg Annual Salary

Not available

Typical Education

Bachelor's degree

Experience

2–3 years

Job Postings

1

Parent Occupation (O*NET)

Education Administrators, Postsecondary

Median Wage

$103,960/yr

Growth (2024-34)

+1.7%

Education

Master's degree

Skills & Requirements

Specialized Skills (14)

Administrative Support

5.0

Student Services

4.8

Distance Learning

4.8

Business Development

4.7

Learning Management Systems

4.6

Customer Relationship Management

4.5

Course Evaluations

4.4

Electronic Media

4.3

Cold Calling

4.3

Office Supply Management

4.1

Broadcasting

4.0

Social Media

4.0

Invoicing

3.9

Common Skills (15)

Customer Service

5.0

Communication

4.9

Problem Solving

4.9

Microsoft Office

4.8

Scheduling

4.7

Spreadsheets

4.7

Computer Literacy

4.5

Word Processing

4.5

Interpersonal Communications

4.4

Detail Oriented

4.3

Supervision

4.2

Advising

4.2

Sales

4.1

Teaching

4.0

Self-Motivation

3.9

Certifications (1)

Valid Driver's License

4.6

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