Program Coordinator for Special Projects (Center for Diversity and Inclusion)

Affiliated Office Address

Baltimore, MD, United States

Requisition ID

122242

Date Created

August 19, 2026

Job Family

Administrative Services

Job Subfamily

General Admin Suppt

Job Function

Clerical/Administrative Support

Exempt Status

Non-Exempt

Shift Type

Casual / On Call

Schedule

M - F 8:30 - 5 pm. Some evenings and weekends

Worksite

01-MD:Homewood Campus

Work Modality

On-site: 90-100% of hours worked on-site

The Center for Diversity & Inclusion at Johns Hopkins University fosters a sense of belonging for students by providing intentional engagement and holistic support using an intersectional lens. Through our programs and services, students are empowered to develop a sense of self, work across differences, and create equitable and transformative change. Specifically, our programs advance and strengthen: 1) student lifecycles through access, retention, and success; 2) large-scale community events and celebrations; 3) co-curricular education and training through online and in-person modalities.

We are seeking a Program Coordinator for Special Projects who will welcome and assist with facilitating positive adjustment to college expectations. Directly supporting the center’s initiatives within the International Students at Hopkins and/or Multicultural Affairs programs with an ability to support student experiences with a global and mentoring mindset. This role is an in-person/onsite position.

This position requires an ability to engage students, collaborate with campus departments and community stakeholders, and generate excitement about upcoming programs and activities. The Program Coordinator will also demonstrate an understanding and appreciation for diversity and display excellent cross-cultural communication skills. Evenings and some weekends are expected, and the work schedule will be developed around program demands.

Specific Duties & Responsibiities

Administrative (40%)

• Assist with procuring and managing programming and office supplies and tabling giveaways for each initiative.
• Create social media efforts for events, resources, trainings, and advertisements.
• Manage on-site reservations for programming and training events.
• Other duties as assigned

Programming (40%)

• Assist with pre-orientation program inviting new students.
• Assist team leads with development and implementation of full-year programming events supporting the cultural exploration of students within the Center for Diversity and Inclusion.

Staff Supervision (20%)

• Manage meetings and notes for weekly team meetings.
• Supervise 1-2 undergraduate interns.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Creativity and ability to coordinate cultural, social, or educational programs.
• Prior experience working with college students is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail.
• Tech-savvy with proficiency in MS Office and Canva.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills, and excellent customer support skills.

Related Work Experience

• Previous experience with planning events in a university setting and working with a variety of populations is preferred.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or graduation equivalent.
• Four years progressively responsible administrative experience.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Prior experience working with college students.
• Previous experience with planning events in a university setting and working with a variety of populations.

Classified Title: Program Coordinator

Job Posting Title (Working Title): Program Coordinator for Special Projects (Center for Diversity and Inclusion)

Role/Level/Range: ATO 37.5/03/OF

Starting Salary Range: $21.80 - $37.80 HRLY ($24.00 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)

Employee group: Casual / On Call

Schedule: M - F 8:30 - 5 pm. Some evenings and weekends

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Location: Homewood Campus

Department name: Center for Diversity & Inclusion

Personnel area: University Student Services

Total Rewards

The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Education and Experience Equivalency

Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

Applicants Completing Studies

Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

EEO is the Law

https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

Accommodation Information

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Vaccine Requirements

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The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.

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