Entry Level Program Coordinator Jobs
New grad program coordinator jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a well-organized portfolio can matter more than a long resume. Most openings mix on-site, remote, and hybrid settings across Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Non-Profit & Social Services, with employers like Eating Recovery Center, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, and University of Alabama hiring at this level now.
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Top stateCalifornia
Top employerEating Recovery Center
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Work type74% On-site
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Learning for Life Program Coordinator
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South Piedmont Community College
Learning for Life Program Coordinator
Polkton, North Carolina
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Employee Assistance Program Clinical Coordinator
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UC Health
Employee Assistance Program Clinical Coordinator
Cincinnati, Ohio
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Program Coordinator - School of Medicine, General Medicine
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Emory University
Program Coordinator - School of Medicine, General Medicine
Atlanta, Georgia
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SORH Program Coordinator (Public Health Consultant - PN 20014282)
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State of Ohio
SORH Program Coordinator (Public Health Consultant - PN 20014282)
Columbus, Ohio
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Learning for Life Program Coordinator
South Piedmont Community College·Polkton, North Carolina
Job functions:
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's degree in communications
Full Time
201-500 employees
Job Description
The Learning for Life Program Coordinator is a full-time position located primarily in Union County. Under the direction of the Vice President of Career and Workforce Development, the Learning for Life Program Coordinator is responsible for the development, coordination, and growth of the College’s personal interest and lifelong learning programs. This position leads all aspects of programming from course creation and instructor recruitment to compliance oversight and community outreach with a focus on offering learning experiences that enrich and respond to the needs of the college service area.
Comprehensive Benefits Package to include health insurance with the NC State Health Plan for Teachers and State Employees, retirement benefits through the NC Retirement System, Paid Time Off, and a supplemental benefits cafeteria plan.
Essential Duties Summary
- Program Development & Course Creation
o Research community interests and market trends to identify opportunities for new personal interest and lifelong learning courses
o Design course offerings across diverse topic areas including arts, wellness, technology, culinary, professional skills, and other areas of community interest
o Establish course pricing structures that ensure programs are self-supporting and financially sustainable
o Collaborate with academic departments, community organizations, and local businesses to identify co-sponsorship and cross-promotion opportunities
o Regularly evaluate and refresh the course catalog to eliminate underperforming offerings and introduce timely, relevant programming
- Administrative Management
o Manage all administrative functions of the personal interest program, including scheduling, registration, enrollment tracking, and reporting
o Maintain accurate records including, but not limited to course rosters, instructor contracts, revenue, expenditures, and program outcomes
o Prepare and monitor program budgets; generate financial reports to demonstrate self-sufficiency and program health
o Coordinate with marketing and communications staff to promote courses through print, digital, social media, and community channels
o Utilize the College’s student information and registration systems to manage course listings and enrollment data
- Instructor Recruitment & Management
o Identify, recruit, and vet qualified instructors from the community, industry, and professional networks for all personal interest courses
o Negotiate and process instructor agreements, stipends, and contracts in accordance with college policies
o Onboard and provide ongoing support to personal interest instructors, including guidance on college procedures, classroom resources, and student engagement
o Evaluate instructor performance through course feedback, observation, and enrollment data; make recommendations for continuation or improvement
- Compliance & Quality Assurance
o Ensure all personal interest programs comply with applicable local, state, and federal regulations, including those governing non-credit/continuing education
o Maintain up to date knowledge of state community college board policies and guidelines related to personal interest and non-credit programming
o Coordinate with HR and Institutional Excellence staff to document instructor eligibility
- Summer Camps
o Plan, coordinate, and manage all college-sponsored summer camps
o Coordinate with deans and department chairs to schedule summer camps and secure instructors
o Coordinate with marketing and communications staff to promote courses through print, digital, social media, and community channels
o Manage camp registration, parental communications, and emergency procedures in compliance with applicable regulations
o Evaluate camp programs annually and implement improvements based on participant and family feedback
- Community Engagement & Program Growth
o Serve as the college’s primary liaison for personal interest programming to community groups, civic organizations, local businesses, and government agencies
o Conduct needs assessments, surveys, and focus groups to gauge community interest and guide program development
o Represent the personal interest program at college events, community fairs, and public outreach activities
o Build and maintain partnerships that support program expansion, scholarship opportunities, or sponsored programming for underserved populations
o Respond promptly and professionally to inquiries from prospective students, instructors, community partners, and the public
- General
o Actively participate in college committees and activities
o Actively participate in grant prospecting, authoring, editing, evaluation, and reporting
o Demonstrate a high level of professionalism, innovation, collaboration, and institutional commitment in all actions
o Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in education, business, recreation management, communications, or a closely related field
- Two (2) years of experience in program coordination, continuing education, event management, recreation programming, or a comparable field
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with student registration and/or data management systems
- Experience with or knowledge of budget management and financial record-keeping
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in a related field
- Experience working in a community college or higher education environment
- Prior experience coordinating non-credit, continuing education, or community education programming
- Familiarity with North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS) policies and non-credit reporting requirements
- Experience managing youth camps or working with minor-age participants in a supervised setting
- Bilingual or multilingual abilities reflecting the demographics of the service area
Physical Demands
Special Conditions Eligibility Summary
Eeo Statement Summary
South Piedmont Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees based on job related criteria without reference to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification. Applicants are requested to complete questions at the end of the online application process that are strictly voluntary. Answers to these questions will not be provided to the hiring manager, selection committee, or any other employees of South Piedmont other than the Human Resources Office. The Human Resources Office uses this information to maintain accurate confidential records on the composition of each applicant pool. If you require accommodation due to a disability in order to complete the application process, please make your request to the Human Resources Office.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
JP00857FY17-18
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
South Piedmont Community College
Learning for Life Program Coordinator
Polkton, North Carolina
New 23h ago201-500 employees
Job functions:
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's degree in communications
Full Time
Job Description
The Learning for Life Program Coordinator is a full-time position located primarily in Union County. Under the direction of the Vice President of Career and Workforce Development, the Learning for Life Program Coordinator is responsible for the development, coordination, and growth of the College’s personal interest and lifelong learning programs. This position leads all aspects of programming from course creation and instructor recruitment to compliance oversight and community outreach with a focus on offering learning experiences that enrich and respond to the needs of the college service area.
Comprehensive Benefits Package to include health insurance with the NC State Health Plan for Teachers and State Employees, retirement benefits through the NC Retirement System, Paid Time Off, and a supplemental benefits cafeteria plan.
Essential Duties Summary
- Program Development & Course Creation
o Research community interests and market trends to identify opportunities for new personal interest and lifelong learning courses
o Design course offerings across diverse topic areas including arts, wellness, technology, culinary, professional skills, and other areas of community interest
o Establish course pricing structures that ensure programs are self-supporting and financially sustainable
o Collaborate with academic departments, community organizations, and local businesses to identify co-sponsorship and cross-promotion opportunities
o Regularly evaluate and refresh the course catalog to eliminate underperforming offerings and introduce timely, relevant programming
- Administrative Management
o Manage all administrative functions of the personal interest program, including scheduling, registration, enrollment tracking, and reporting
o Maintain accurate records including, but not limited to course rosters, instructor contracts, revenue, expenditures, and program outcomes
o Prepare and monitor program budgets; generate financial reports to demonstrate self-sufficiency and program health
o Coordinate with marketing and communications staff to promote courses through print, digital, social media, and community channels
o Utilize the College’s student information and registration systems to manage course listings and enrollment data
- Instructor Recruitment & Management
o Identify, recruit, and vet qualified instructors from the community, industry, and professional networks for all personal interest courses
o Negotiate and process instructor agreements, stipends, and contracts in accordance with college policies
o Onboard and provide ongoing support to personal interest instructors, including guidance on college procedures, classroom resources, and student engagement
o Evaluate instructor performance through course feedback, observation, and enrollment data; make recommendations for continuation or improvement
- Compliance & Quality Assurance
o Ensure all personal interest programs comply with applicable local, state, and federal regulations, including those governing non-credit/continuing education
o Maintain up to date knowledge of state community college board policies and guidelines related to personal interest and non-credit programming
o Coordinate with HR and Institutional Excellence staff to document instructor eligibility
- Summer Camps
o Plan, coordinate, and manage all college-sponsored summer camps
o Coordinate with deans and department chairs to schedule summer camps and secure instructors
o Coordinate with marketing and communications staff to promote courses through print, digital, social media, and community channels
o Manage camp registration, parental communications, and emergency procedures in compliance with applicable regulations
o Evaluate camp programs annually and implement improvements based on participant and family feedback
- Community Engagement & Program Growth
o Serve as the college’s primary liaison for personal interest programming to community groups, civic organizations, local businesses, and government agencies
o Conduct needs assessments, surveys, and focus groups to gauge community interest and guide program development
o Represent the personal interest program at college events, community fairs, and public outreach activities
o Build and maintain partnerships that support program expansion, scholarship opportunities, or sponsored programming for underserved populations
o Respond promptly and professionally to inquiries from prospective students, instructors, community partners, and the public
- General
o Actively participate in college committees and activities
o Actively participate in grant prospecting, authoring, editing, evaluation, and reporting
o Demonstrate a high level of professionalism, innovation, collaboration, and institutional commitment in all actions
o Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in education, business, recreation management, communications, or a closely related field
- Two (2) years of experience in program coordination, continuing education, event management, recreation programming, or a comparable field
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with student registration and/or data management systems
- Experience with or knowledge of budget management and financial record-keeping
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in a related field
- Experience working in a community college or higher education environment
- Prior experience coordinating non-credit, continuing education, or community education programming
- Familiarity with North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS) policies and non-credit reporting requirements
- Experience managing youth camps or working with minor-age participants in a supervised setting
- Bilingual or multilingual abilities reflecting the demographics of the service area
Physical Demands
Special Conditions Eligibility Summary
Eeo Statement Summary
South Piedmont Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees based on job related criteria without reference to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification. Applicants are requested to complete questions at the end of the online application process that are strictly voluntary. Answers to these questions will not be provided to the hiring manager, selection committee, or any other employees of South Piedmont other than the Human Resources Office. The Human Resources Office uses this information to maintain accurate confidential records on the composition of each applicant pool. If you require accommodation due to a disability in order to complete the application process, please make your request to the Human Resources Office.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
JP00857FY17-18
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
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Entry Level Program Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level program coordinator job?
Employers hiring at this level look for candidates who can demonstrate basic project organization, clear communication, and comfort with scheduling or tracking tools like spreadsheets or project management software. Internship experience in a coordinating or administrative role gives you a real edge. Tailor your resume to show specific examples of planning, supporting events, or managing timelines, even from coursework, volunteer work, or campus activities.
Which companies hire entry level program coordinators?
Companies hiring entry level program coordinators right now include Eating Recovery Center, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, and University of Alabama, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level covers nonprofits, healthcare systems, universities, government agencies, and corporate training departments, all of which regularly bring on junior coordinators to support programs and operations.
Are there remote entry level program coordinator jobs?
Yes, though on-site and hybrid roles are also widely available. About 26% of entry level program coordinator openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how many organizations have adapted coordination work to flexible settings. Searching by location preference on Migrate Mate lets you filter openings to match your situation.
Are these new grad program coordinator jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or volunteer coordination in place of full-time history, or specifically invites a portfolio of relevant work. If a listing does not require prior professional experience, it is generally open to candidates entering the field for the first time.
Which industries hire the most entry level program coordinators?
Entry Level program coordinator roles concentrate in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Non-Profit & Social Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors hire at the entry level because program coordination is a foundational function, supporting grant cycles, training initiatives, community outreach, and operational projects that consistently need junior staff to keep moving.