Senior Coordinator, BEA Applied STEM Institute

Senior Coordinator, BEA Applied STEM Institute

Salary

$26.44 - $27.88 Hourly

Location

1600 S 25th E, Idaho Falls, ID

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

1905084

Department

STEM

Opening Date

06/02/2026

Closing Date

6/18/2026 5:00 PM Mountain

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits

Job Summary

College of Eastern Idaho is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Coordinator for the BEA Applied STEM Institute who will implement and coordinate institute operations including event creation & management, program scheduling, student logistics, recruitment, enrollment, and participate in outreach efforts. The Senior Coordinator will work with internal and external colleagues to ensure the delivery of high-quality programs that support access to STEM, promote educational and workforce acceleration, establish strong community relationships, and highlight innovation in STEM.

The ideal candidate for this position will have an organized and collaborative work style with a demonstrated ability to think creatively, develop processes for efficiency, and successfully work on multiple projects simultaneously. The role coordinates complex scheduling systems, student-facing programming, maintains records and data tracking, and will play a key function in grant management. The position requires a student-centered mindset and the interpersonal skills necessary to engage comfortably and professionally with learners of various ages, particularly youth and teens.

The Senior Coordinator will report directly to the program Director to ensure smooth operations, exceptional student experiences, and build strong relationships with K-12 schools, rural communities, and statewide STEM networks.

This is a grant-funded position and is contingent upon available funding.

What We Offer

At the College of Eastern Idaho, were dedicated to providing open access to affordable, high-quality education that meets the needs of our students, regional employers, and the community. To support our dedicated faculty and staff, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying employees:

• Affordable Health Plans: With three medical plan options, you can select healthcare coverage that best meets your needs. See rates here.
• Supporting Work-Life Balance: Earn sick leave with no accrual limit starting day one. Staff accrues vacation leave starting at 15 days a year with a tiered system (Faculty excluded from vacation leave).
• Retirement Savings: Faculty and exempt staff are enrolled in the Fidelity 401 (a)plan. Non-exempt or vested employees are enrolled in the PERSI base plan. View contribution rates here.
• Life Insurance: no-cost coverage for you and your dependents with the option to add more.
• Educational Savings: Significant tuition fee discounts for qualifying employees and their dependents.
• Exclusive Discounts: Enjoy local discounts on cell plans, movie tickets, gyms, and more.

We value your contributions and are committed to your well-being and success. Visit our Benefits Guide for more information:Benefits Guide

Typical Job Functions

• Coordinate student recruitment & enrollment in Applied STEM Institute (ASI) programs and events
• Coordinate travel logistics for student learning experiences and events
• Coordinate, and attend student-facing activities, providing onsite support
• Coordinate ASI programming calendars, scheduling, and operational timelines using Colleague, 25Live, and other CEI systems
• Work closely with CEI departments including Early College Programs, Registrar, Workforce Training, and Business Office to manage & maintain records
• Work closely with CEI Institutional Research to track STEM confidence & success measures, including pre-and-post surveys, and tracking student academic and workforce results for five years after program participation
• Maintain accurate and secure records for program evaluation and reporting
• Participate in planning and execution of rural outreach efforts to expand access to STEM opportunities
• As assigned, participate in regional, statewide, and national STEM ecosystem groups (e.g., STEM ecosystem, iSeeSTEM, I-STEM). This may include occasional daytime or overnight travel
• Support instructional staff and partners to coordinate consumables and deliver high-quality, hands-on learning experiences
• As assigned, coordinate grant management activities and reports, including maintaining compliance with grant requirements, timelines, and deliverables for state, federal, and private grants
• Participate in department and institutional strategic planning as it relates to ASI and/or CEI mission/vision
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners & stakeholders
• Coordinate procurement as needed
• As assigned, manage instructional classroom and lab usage
• As assigned, represent ASI on committees and organizations
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience working with local, regional, and statewide STEM programs
• High competence using Microsoft Office
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong creativity and problem-solving skills
• Experience planning and leading successful events
• Experience with successful collaboration across multiple stakeholders
• Experience working in a student-facing role
• Ability to take initiative and work independently
• Ability to oversee multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Ability to seek out, receive, and give feedback
• Incumbent must reside in Idaho (Currently CEI doesn't sponsor H-1B Visas)

Additional Desired Qualifications

• Masters Degree
• Experience working in a community college setting
• Experience working with K12 personnel, curriculum, and standards
• Experience using Learning Management Systems
• Experience with procurement processes
• Bilingual (Spanish)

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Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions

On-site work is essential and regular predictable attendance is required. Employees may be required to work at occasional events and handle tasks outside of regular working hours.

Background Investigations:

Employment at College of Eastern Idaho will be contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation and may require a credit and/or motor vehicle background investigation depending on the position. Please refer to Policy 225: Background Checks

EOE/ADA- Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability. In addition, preference may be given to qualified veterans under state and federal laws and regulations.

Link to Annual Security Report for CEI:https://www.cei.edu/students-right-know

College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) offers full-time employees a generous benefit package. For information about our medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance benefits please visit the Office of Group Insurance. Positions classified as non-exempt are offered retirement benefits administered through the Public Employee Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI); information may be found at: https:persi.idaho.gov.

Additional benefits include vacation, sick, and holiday leave; tuition benefits; and a selection of voluntary benefits.

Employer College of Eastern Idaho

Address 1600 S 25th E

Idaho Falls, Idaho, 83404

Phone (208) 535-5495

Website http://www.cei.edu