Program Administrator, Movement Science and Applied Exercise Science

How to Apply

A cover letter and resume are important submissions for the hiring team to get a sense of your experience and are required to be considered for this position. In the cover letter, please let us know how this role aligns with your career aspirations and skills. Submit both a cover letter and resume as one file (because of system limitations):

• Specific interest in this position, and;
• Skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

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Job Summary

The Movement Science (MVS) and Applied Exercise Science (AES) programs in the The School of Kinesiology seek a team member to assist with the day-to-day operations and administration of the Movement Science and Applied Exercise Science programs. The position will report to the administratively to the MVS Program Chair and functionally to the AES Program Chair and MVS/AES Associate Program Chairs.

Based on programmatic needs, the selected employee will be required to work full-time onsite at the School of Kinesiology Building (Monday through Friday).

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Who We Are

The School of Kinesiology is the fourth-largest undergraduate admitting school at the University of Michigan, with over 1,400 undergraduate students and graduate students across our four programs of Applied Exercise Science, Athletic Training, Movement Science, and Sport Management. 

The University of Michigan is one of the highest ranked public universities in the nation and one of the world's preeminent research institutions. The School of Kinesiology at the University of Michigan is one of 19 independent academic units and one of seven health science schools and colleges within the University of Michigan. In Fall 2023, the National Academy of Kinesiology ranked the School of Kinesiology at the University of Michigan as the #1 Doctoral program in the US. We are housed in a recently renovated 250,000 square foot building located on the Ann Arbor central campus. Our faculty are world-renowned in their fields, and our students have opportunities to participate in research centers and labs during their educational experience. 

Responsibilities*

• Manage program documentation and communications.
• Provide administrative support for meetings by preparing materials. communicating agendas, taking notes, distributing minutes, and following-up on action items.
• Support program chairs with planning and implementing curriculum and hiring plans.
• Support financial management, including budgeting, purchasing, and expense reconciliation.
• Assist the program chairs with managing workload and reviews for faculty and graduate assistants.
• Perform other duties as needed to ensure the efficient and effective function of the program.
• Supervise an administrative assistant supporting the MVS and AES programs.
• Help monitor program account expenditures, support the purchase of supplies and maintain program resources and prepare and oversee the program budgets.
• Track all expenses and provide budget updates to the program chairs.

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years administrative support experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace, or similar programs
• Experience contributing to a positive workplace culture, and ability to consistently demonstrate our school's Core Values

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

Benefits at the University of Michigan

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.