MHA Graduate Program Coordinator

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Position Title MHA Graduate Program Coordinator Location Boone, NC Faculty Rank No Provide Rank N/A Position Number 093601 Department Nutrition & Health Care Mgt. - 273400

Position Summary Information

Primary Purpose

The Appalachian State University online Master of Health Administration (MHA) program educates and prepares working health care managers and administrative professionals to provide competent leadership in their organizations and communities. This three-quarter-time Program Coordinator will be hired to support the marketing, recruitment and administrative functions of this program. At least 60% of the position focuses on engaging in and being uniquely supportive of student success, retention and coordination of academic-supportive activities.

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in health care administration, business administration, or a related area with atleast 2 years of related professional experience

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities that must be demonstrated:

• Must understand and be committed to working with people of all types in a professional manner
• Must be comfortable with online technologies (including familiarity with student information systems) and proficient in MS Office products including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; academic and database platforms, and digital social media applications
• Possess working knowledge of marketing
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and accurately
• Understand and apply appropriately university policy as well as the complex rules and guidelines of SACS, CAHME, UNC GA with regard to distance education activity
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to use judgment and discretion
• Effective relationship building with health care professionals
• Ability to prioritize competing tasks
• Good organization and time management

License/Certification Required

N/A

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in health care management and administration, business administration, or related area

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Marketing and Recruitment: 35%

• Manage marketing, outreach, and recruitment activities for the Master of Health Administration Program to support enrollment growth and applicant quality goals.
• Participate in Health Care Career events to represent MHA program as assigned
• Lead and coordinate recruitment events, information sessions, career fairs, and regional outreach activities; supports development and execution of the program's marketing plan.
• Coordinate with the Graduate School on recruitment events and information sessions

Coordinator for MHA Student Advising; Program Planning; Program Events; Coordinator with Grad School on Student Policies, Issues and Needs: 65%

• Coordinate with the Graduate School on recruitment initiatives, responds to applicant inquiries, and oversees timely communication throughout the admissions process.
• Serve as a primary resource for prospective students by explaining admission requirements, and providing guidance on curriculum, prerequisites, application and enrollment processes.
• Participate in applicant review and selection process for admissions to the program
• Work with the Program Director to plan and coordinate program events including student orientation sessions, annual student meetings, and advisory board meetings; manages event logistics and communications.
• Support prospective and enrolled students by troubleshooting administrative, admission, registration, and program-related issues, and connecting students with appropriate university resources.
• Provide academic advising to enrolled students to ensure compliance with program, college, and university academic requirements.
• Compile and monitor projected and actual student credit-hour production, enrollment trends, student outcomes and other operational metrics to support strategic planning, decision- making and continuous quality improvement.
• Maintains applicant, student, and program administrative records
• Leads program communications with internal and external stakeholders through social media, newsletters, announcements, and other outreach channels.
• Provide input for policies and procedures including the graduate student handbook that ensure effective management of the Program.
• Maintain regular communication with the Graduate Program Director and Department Chair regarding administrative or student developments or concerns
• Monthly reporting on program tuition differential budget

Option to teach 1 graduate level course per year including Foundations of the US Health Care System.

Type of Position ¾ Time Position Staff/Non-Faculty Staff/Non-Faculty VISA Sponsorship? VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S. Appointment Type .75 Work Schedule/Hours Mon - Fri, between the hours of 8am - 5pm Number of Hours Per Week 30 Number of Months Per Year 12 Mandatory Staff No Suggested Salary Range $40,170-$46,238 (3/4 time position salary) Physical Demands of Position

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Posting Details Information

Posting Date 09/09/2026 Closing Date 10/07/2026 Open Until Filled No Evaluation of Applications Begins 09/23/2026 Proposed Date of Hire 11/16/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants

For your application to be considered, please attach the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References with contact information

Search Chair Name Julie Sakowski Search Chair Email sakowskija@appstate.edu Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/56069 Posting Number 201501845P

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
• List of References with Contact Information

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