Programming Development Coordinator

Position Summary:

The Laboratory for the Humanistic Study of a More-than-Human World at Fort Lewis College is an interdisciplinary project funded through a grant from the Mellon Foundation. This project aims to integrate humanistic methods and Indigenous knowledge systems to foster greater understanding of the relationships among humans, non-humans, and their environments. The Programming Development Coordinator will be supervised by a project PI and will support grant efforts by coordinating programming implementation, facilitating outreach, and addressing administrative needs. This individual is tasked with providing critical logistical and administrative support for grant efforts as well as envisioning and implementing educational and outreach events.

Job Description:

Essential Functions and Responsibilities Administrative Support:

15% Serve as the central communication point for sharing information among all grant-affiliated individuals Organize and attend monthly team meetings, prepare meeting materials, and record meeting minutes Compose and send correspondences on behalf of grant efforts via email, interoffice mail, and off-campus mail Facilitate scheduling and communication between co-PIs, staff, faculty, and students associated with grant efforts Manage grant-related websites, newsletters, or blogs as needed Arrange and schedule meetings and/or interviews with prospective student employees, workshop leaders, and invited speakers

Budget, Procurement, Travel Arrangements, and Grant Reporting:

15% Purchase grant supplies and materials, including laboratory books and resources, workshop supplies, and materials for speaker events and symposia Coordinate travel, registration, and logistics for grant efforts, including conferences or professional development opportunities, LAC and upper-division courses, and student research Coordinate travel and related logistics for invited speakers and workshop facilitators Maintain accounting records, including details for all receipts and expenditures of grant funds in alignment with FLC and Mellon Foundation standards Work with grant PIs to obtain approval from the Mellon Foundation for announcements and publicity efforts as needed Assist grant PIs with producing and submitting annual grant reports to the

Mellon Foundation Student Worker Supervision:

20% Develop the physical lab into a conducive space for student engagement, research, and writing Manage student research assistant schedules, time sheets, and payment Facilitate student peer-mentor sessions and events Mentor and oversee students in ongoing humanities research in conjunction with the

Research Collaborative Coordinator Promotion and Outreach:

20% Design project branding for use across print, digital, and web materials Create and distribute branded materials to increase student recruitment and community engagement Print and disseminate promotional materials for events and workshops Partner with project PIs to recruit FLC faculty for LAC module creation, co-taught upper-division courses, and faculty development activities Coordinate with FLC's marketing and communications department to promote events and grant-related efforts

Programming Envisioning, Planning, and Implementation:

30% Contribute to the conceptualization, planning, and implementation of events Support the grant efforts by contributing to educational and interpretive initiatives Collaborate with the CSWS Fellow, Research Collaborative Coordinator, and Events Coordinator to develop and implement grant efforts Assist the OER/Tirukana lead in creating educational materials and organizing a capstone symposium Design and install event publicity materials Identify and contact potential workshop/faculty development leaders and invited speakers Collaborate with co-PIs to identify and vet keynote speakers Help design the syllabus for workshops and the schedule for capstone events Represent the grant team at public events and gatherings Required Education, Specialized Skills, and Experience BA or MA in Anthropology, Art, Art History, Education, History, Museum Studies, Native American and Indigenous Studies, or related field. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as working with broadly diverse communities. One year of experience in event planning, gallery/museum curation, or humanities education development. Evidence of excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Ability and desire to contribute to the goals of the Humanities for All Time s grant program Preferred Education, Specialized Skills and Experience Strong community engagement skills and a desire and ability to collaborate with diverse groups. Excellent problem solving, organizational, and project management skills. Adept at managing multiple priorities and stakeholders to effectively meet objectives and competing deadlines. Workday, Banner, or other higher education database system experience Procurement Card transaction and reconciliation experience Ability to foster a collaborative and positive working environment. Reports To / Supervisory Responsibility Mellon Project Co-PI Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that an employee can expect while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone, and printers, light traffic). Ability to work in a confined area, including basement spaces. Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. Ability to drive a 15-passenger van. Occasional work with materials that are dusty may require the use of dust mask, gloves, or other protective devices. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone keyboard, and work with archival collections. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work and collections care. Light to moderate lifting is required, and heavy items (e.g., boxes and collection items up to 50 pounds) must be lifted and moved on a frequent basis. Ability to stand on a ladder or stoop and kneel for periods of time to access collections items. Travel Variable local and out-of-state travel related to: Organizing logistics for visiting speakers and workshop participants Conferences, symposia, and events Consulting and collaborating with regional partners Professional development FLSA Status/ Position Type/Expected Hours of Work/ and Salary Range Exempt Full-Time, 1.0 FTE Temporary / 3-Year Position Full Year / 12-Month Position Typical work hours: Typically 40-hours/week, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Occasional evenings and weekends required. Compensation The s alary range is $47,500 to $49,500, plus a comprehensive benefits package. Application Process A complete application packet includes: Cover letter addressing interest and qualifications for the position Resume Names and contact information for three current, professional references Application materials received by 11:59 PM on May 17, 2026, will receive full consideration. The successful candidate will be required to submit official transcripts and pass a background check.

About Fort Lewis College:

On a sage-brushed mesa overlooking downtown Durango and the La Plata Mountains, Fort Lewis College is Southwest Colorado's premier public undergraduate research institution. With more than half of the 3,300 students identifying as people of color, FLC's academic programming and campus life thrive on nurturing safe, diverse spaces for intellectual exploration and helping people achieve their career goals. A Native American-serving, Non-Tribal Institution, FLC is committed to promoting economic development in neighboring tribal communities and connecting students with the education they need to be the change in the world they want to see. Degree programs span the arts, business, education, health sciences, humanities, and social and natural sciences. Coursework builds on the natural, cultural, and historical resources found around the Four Corners region. Students work closely with faculty on research projects with real-world implications. Like the mountain town it resides in, FLC promotes a culture of work-life balance for students, faculty, and staff. Skyhawks enjoy unparalleled access to a healthy outdoor lifestyle thanks to 300 days of sunshine a year and more than 300 miles of hiking and biking trails in and around Durango Notice to

Prospective Employees:

The Fort Lewis College is required by the Clery Act of 1990 to notify prospective employees, current employees, students and applicants where to access our Campus Security Report. The report is updated and published annually in accordance with the Higher Education Amendments of 1998, Federal Student Right-to-Know, the Federal Drug-free Schools and Campuses Act of 1989.

This report contains information about:

Fort Lewis College's alcohol and other drug policy Sexual assault policy Campus security policies Campus/community resources The Colorado Riot Offense Statute restriction on enrollment Where to find registered sex offender information Crime statistics for the previous three calendar years Reporting crimes The Campus Security Report can be accessed in two ways: By going to the internet website at: www.fortlewis.edu/AnnualSecurityReport Fort Lewis College Student Affairs Office will also provide a paper copy of the annual security report upon request. You can reach them at (970) 247-7331. Equal Opportunity Fort Lewis College does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex•, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, family or domestic status, political beliefs, veteran status, pregnancy, or genetic information. Accordingly, equal opportunity for employment shall be extended to all persons. The College shall promote equal opportunity, equal treatment, and affirmative action efforts to increase the diversity of students, faculty, and staff. The College is dedicated to building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment. To file a report, get resources, read policies, or make an appointment, See www.fortlewis.edu/CARE. Discrimination Questions? Office of Compliance and Community Standards David Pirrone, Director of Compliance 210 Berndt Hall 1000 Rim Drive Durango, Colorado 81301 (970) 247-7182 djpirrone@fortlewis.edu Questions about Title IX sex discrimination? Office of the Title IX Coordinator Madeleine Gillman, Assistant Director of Compliance and Title IX Coordinator 210 Berndt Hall 1000 Rim Drive Durango, Colorado 81301 (970) 247-7049 mgillman@fortlewis.edu Information about Fort Lewis College's alcohol and drug policy, sexual assault policy, campus security policies, campus crime statistics, fire safety procedures and fire statistics, and campus/community resources can be found in the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. Hard copies are available upon request. • Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Part 106 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex, including in admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and CFR 106 to Fort Lewis College may be directed to FLC's Title IX Coordinator and/or to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education. ADAA Accommodations Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact Kristin Polens by phone 970-247-7459 or email kpolens@fortlewis.edu at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.