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Location:

Newport, RI Category:

Education Job Type:

Part-time Posted On:

Wed Sep 16 2026

BASIC FUNCTION

The Program Coordinator provides academic and administrative leadership for the Master of Fine Arts (MFA) program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Plan and oversee the Winter and Summer residencies in collaboration with the Program Founder and Co-Director.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Serve as the primary liaison between the Graduate Program faculty and University administration on matters related to the program. Develop and maintain program planning documents, including strategic goals, annual reports, academic program reviews, self-studies, assessment plans, and accreditation reports for submission to the Vice Provost. Develop, manage, and administer the program's annual operating budget, including identifying capital needs and ensuring expenditures remain within approved budget allocations. Review curriculum planning and course scheduling in collaboration with faculty, the Department Chair, the Registrar, and the Vice Provost. Ensure that current course syllabi are submitted each semester to the Office of Graduate and Professional Studies. Recruit, recommend, and evaluate adjunct faculty in collaboration with the Department Chair and Vice Provost, consistent with University policies. Oversee the graduate admissions process by reviewing applications and making admission decisions in accordance with established program and University policies. Monitor student recruitment, retention, academic progress, and graduation to ensure compliance with University, departmental, and program requirements. Coordinate academic advising or directly advise students regarding curriculum planning, degree progression, University policies, and professional or career opportunities. Collaborate with Admissions and Marketing & Communications to promote the program, support recruitment initiatives, and increase enrollment.

WORK SCHEDULE

This is a part-time, 15-hour per week, 9-month per year position (October 1 - June 30)

LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT

N/A

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

N/A Job Requirements:

Required:

An MFA or equivalent doctoral/terminal degree in Creative Writing, Theatre, Visual arts, or Film. At least three years previous leadership in academic settings; Experience planning and coordinating events.

Preferred:

Active national or international standing as an artist, writer, or practitioner.

Additional Information:

Salve Regina University strives to provide equal opportunity in employment and education to all employees, students and applicants. No employee, student or applicant shall be discriminated against or harassed on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, age, marital or parental status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal or state law, in the administration of Salve Regina's employment policies, education policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and other University administered programs. In accordance with Title IX, it does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any of its educational programs or activities. Salve Regina is also committed to making its programs and campus accessible to its visitors and compliant with all applicable non-discrimination laws.