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Drexel University is hiring an Academic Program Coordinator II. The role provides academic and administrative coordination for the Department of Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Sciences and the Orthotics & Prosthetics program in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, with about 60 percent of the work on the first and 40 percent on the second. The coordinator is a main point of contact for students, faculty, staff, vendors, and external partners, and supports students from matriculation through graduation.

Highlights

Serve as the primary contact and departmental liaison for students, faculty, staff, University offices, vendors, patient models, and external partners.
Support the student experience across both programs from matriculation through graduation.
Help both programs maintain accurate records, meet recurring deadlines, and carry out effective day-to-day operations.
Bachelor’s degree in higher education administration, business administration, marketing, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Three or more years of progressive university administrative experience, excellent verbal and written communication, and proficiency with Microsoft 365 including Teams and SharePoint.
Preferred experience with Banner, DegreeWorks, CourseLeaf, Blackboard, and University financial systems, along with the ability to manage competing deadlines and work independently.
Pay range of $45,330 to $68,000 per year, with the offered rate based on qualifications, experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.

Academic Program Coordinator II Full Description

Job ID: 507472

College of Nursing and Health Professions

Full-Time

Closing on: Nov 29 2026

Job Summary

The Academic Program Coordinator II provides comprehensive academic and administrative coordination for the Department of Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Sciences (PTRS) and the Orthotics & Prosthetics (O&P) program within the College of Nursing and Health Professions. The position serves as a primary point of contact and departmental liaison for students, faculty, staff, University offices, vendors, patient models, and external partners. The coordinator supports the student experience from matriculation through graduation while helping both programs maintain accurate records, meet recurring deadlines, and carry out effective day-to-day operations. The anticipated distribution of responsibilities is approximately 60% PTRS and 40% O&P.

Essential Functions

The coordinator supports the student experience from matriculation through graduation while helping both programs maintain accurate records, meet recurring deadlines, and carry out effective day-to-day operations. The anticipated distribution of responsibilities is approximately 60% PTRS and 40% O&P.

Required Qualifications

Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Higher Education Administration, Higher Education Development, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field or the equivalent combination of education and work experience.
(Please review the Equivalency Chart for additional information.)
Minimum of 3+ years of experience.
Three or more years of progressive experience in a university administrative position.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Teams and SharePoint.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to work diplomatically and collaboratively with students, faculty, administrators, support personnel, vendors, and external partners.
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, prioritize competing deadlines, and maintain accurate follow-up systems.
Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and make appropriate decisions within established procedures.
Strong attention to detail and proficiency in locating information through web-based resources.
Experience with academic and administrative systems such as Banner, DegreeWorks, CourseLeaf, Blackboard, and University financial systems.

Physical Demands

Typically sitting at a desk/table

Location

University City - Philadelphia, PA

Additional Information

This position is classified as Exempt, grade I. Compensation for this grade ranges from $45,330 to $68,000 per year. Please note that the offered rate for this position will vary based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.

Applicants are encouraged to explore the Professional Staff salary structure and Compensation Guidelines & Policies for more details on Drexel’s compensation framework. For information about benefits, please review Drexel’s Benefits Brochure.

Special Instructions to the Applicant

Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.

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