Senior Program Specialist – High Impact Practices

The Ohio State University, Main Campus

. Contribute to implementation of policies, procedures, and programming related to undergraduate research, community-engaged teaching, and undergraduate fellowships .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeColumbus • Ohio • United StatesSenior💰 $56,300 - $59,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in program and curriculum development, project management, and collaboration with faculty and students. Proficient in data analysis for program assessment and improvement, with strong communication skills to support marketing and engagement strategies.

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Program DevelopmentProject ManagementData AnalysisCommunication SkillsCollaboration with Faculty

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Hard Skills

Program DevelopmentCurriculum DevelopmentData AnalysisEvent PlanningStudent Guidance

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsIndependent WorkTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeCarmen CanvasUniversity Systems

Industry Keywords

Undergraduate ResearchCommunity-Engaged TeachingHigh-Impact PracticesExperiential EducationStudent Employment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute to implementation of policies, procedures, and programming related to undergraduate research, community-engaged teaching, and undergraduate fellowships
Support the design, planning, execution, and assessment of an annual calendar of events and programming for students, faculty, and staff across all colleges and regional campuses
Work with faculty to provide advice and coordination
Manage projects, assignments, and programming for student employees in the Undergraduate Research Apprenticeship Program alongside faculty research mentors
Hire and manage students, orienting them to URAP position requirements and relevant employment policies
Provide ongoing student guidance and take corrective action as necessary
Manage relationships with faculty research mentors and collaborating units, including facilitating dialogue around sensitive mentor-mentee issues
Execute scholarly and professional development activities in person and via Carmen Canvas
Gather and analyze program data for reporting and assessment
Make data-informed recommendations about program improvements
Support curricular processes related to service-learning courses and facilitation of high-impact learning experiences
Support marketing and communications strategy and contribute content to communications platforms
Represent Ohio State in campus meetings, regional organizations, and national forums around experiential education and high-impact practices
Provide supplemental support to the Undergraduate Fellowship Office, including nominee selection committees and mock interviews
Recommend students to Undergraduate Fellowship Office opportunities
Collaborate with institutional partners including the Consortium of Summer Undergraduate Research Experiences, University Libraries, Student Financial, STEP, and Honors & Scholars
Perform other duties and projects as assigned by the Program Director for High Impact Practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
4 years of relevant experience required
Experience in program/curriculum development and working with faculty
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
Organized and efficient while working on multiple overlapping projects and priorities
Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
Proficiency with MS Office programs
Experience with university systems, including Canvas
Ability to learn additional applications and programs as needed
Occasional evening and weekend work required
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check
A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process

Benefits

Comp & perks

Regular position
40 scheduled hours per week
First shift
Occasional evening and weekend work
Equal opportunity employment, including veterans and disability