Program Administrator

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Office of Career and Professional Development

Central Connecticut State University invites applications to join Office Career and Professional Development as a full‑time Program Administrator. We seek applicants who have passion and experience working with college students and assisting them in pursuing and achieving their career and professional development goals.

Central Connecticut State University is the first publicly funded university in the state. As we recently celebrated 175 years of academic excellence and innovation, please visit CCSU to learn more.

The Office of Career & Professional Development exists to prepare Central students and alumni for successful career and post‑graduation outcomes through coaching, experiential learning, and strong employer partnerships.

A Program Administrator supports students and alumni in developing the skills, confidence, and strategies needed to navigate their academic and professional pathways. Serving as a key resource within a university's career development office, the professional provides one‑on‑one advising, helps individuals clarify career goals, and offers guidance on essential tools such as resumes, cover letters, interviewing, Linked In, networking, and job‑search strategy.

• Education: All applicants must possess a bachelor's degree in a related area.
• Experience and Training: Two or more years of experience coordinating department related programs and/or events. Considerable knowledge of office systems and procedures. Considerable knowledge of proper grammar, punctuation and spelling. Knowledge of business communications. Some knowledge of business math. Ability to schedule and prioritize office workflow. Ability to operate office equipment. Demonstrated ability to use personal computer and word processing and standard business software.
  
  Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate interpersonally as well as in writing. Strong organizational skills.
• Credentials and/or experience substantially comparable to the above may also be considered.

• Preference will be given to applicants with the following:
• Experience working with domestic and international clients.

To begin the application process, select the “Apply” button and electronically submit the following documents by March 24, 2026. Letter of interest addressing the qualifications for this position. Current Rsum Names of three current professional references with title, email addresses and telephone numbers. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. E‑mailed and mailed applications will not be accepted. Please redact any personally identifiable information (i.e., Social Security Number, date of birth, marital status, country of origin) from any documents submitted.

Inquiries may be sent to Nesha Jalaludin, Search Committee Chair, at 860‑832‑2974 or NJalaludin

The Program Administrator is compensated at the SUOAF Administrator II salary level in accordance with the State University Organization of Administrative Faculty (SUOAF) Collective Bargaining Union Agreement.

For more information, please visit SUOAF.

The State of Connecticut and Central Connecticut State University are proud to offer its employees competitive wages and a wide range of fringe benefits including voluntary and supplemental benefits. Fringe benefits include:

• Paid personal, vacation and sick leave accruals
• Medical, dental, and prescription plans
• Group life insurance
• Retirement
• Retiree health care
• Tuition waiver for employee and eligible dependents at any of the Connecticut State Universities (Central, Eastern, Southern or Western)
• Deferred Retirement Contribution plans
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Medical Flexible spending accounts
• Long and short term disability insurance plans

For more detailed information, please visit CCSU Human Resources.

As an affirmative action employer, Central Connecticut State University actively seeks and encourages applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.