Program Coordinator

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:

August 13, 2026

If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

Available Title(s):

107N-YN_CS_NPS - Program Coordinator

Business Title:

Program Coordinator

Employee Type:

Classified

Position Details:

The Opportunity:
The Admissions Office is dedicated to helping future Cougs take the next step in their educational journey. Our team supports prospective and incoming students by processing undergraduate applications, evaluating admission materials, and providing exceptional service throughout the admissions process.

As a Program Coordinator for the WSU Pullman Campus in the Office of Admissions, you will serve an important role in helping students begin and continue their academic journey at Washington State University. You will review applications, transcripts, and academic records; evaluate transfer, test, and military credit; determine academic level and degree equivalencies; and provide guidance in response to a variety of academic inquiries.

With delegated authority, you will evaluate academic credentials and make admission decisions for prospective, new, current, and former undergraduate students in accordance with university policies and admission standards. You will use your analytical skills, attention to detail, and sound judgment to manage complex assignments and projects that require knowledge of university regulations, policies, procedures, and administrative processes.

Percentage Breakdown of Job Functions:

• 50% Undergraduate Admissions Applications

• 20% Recruitment and Retention

• 10% Customer Service

• 10% Development and Administration

• 5% Additional Office Assistance

• 5% Other Duties

This position is located on the WSU Pullman Campus in Pullman, Washington. After completing an initial training period, the selected applicant may be eligible for hybrid/remote work 2 days per week based on operational needs.

Additional Information:

This is a full-time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible.

Monthly Salary: $3,738 to $4,980 | Range 41 (Steps A-M) | Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with WAC 357-28.

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Classified Staff and Total Compensation.

Required Qualifications:

• High school graduation or equivalent AND two years of experience in the program specialty OR equivalent education/experience.

• Two years related experience working with student records, admissions, or related experience or equivalent education/experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the admissions process.

• Demonstrated proficiency with Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Experience with WSU Student Information System.

• Experience with Slate CRM.

• Experience working with student records.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for work visa sponsorship.

About WSU Pullman Campus – https://pullman.wsu.edu/ 
Washington State University’s Pullman campus is the flagship institution of the WSU system, located in the heart of the scenic Palouse region in eastern Washington. Known for its strong sense of community, collaborative spirit, and commitment to student success, WSU Pullman fosters an environment where faculty and staff can thrive professionally and personally. The campus upholds the university’s land-grant mission of research, education, and service, and values equity, inclusion, and innovation. Working at WSU Pullman means being part of a dynamic academic community that is dedicated to making a positive impact in Washington and beyond.

Area/College: Office of Admissions
Department Name: Enrollment Management
Location: Pullman, WA 99164

Department Link: WSU Admissions | Washington State University | Washington State University

Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.

1) Resume

​2) Cover Letter

External candidates, upload all documents in the “Application Document” section of your application. Current WSU Employees (internal candidates), before starting your Workday application, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday. Internal candidates, upload all documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of your application.

Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible.

Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday.

Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Time Type:

Full time

Position Term:

12 Month

Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [email protected].

Notice of Non-Discrimination

In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract.

Inquiries about the application of federal and state laws and regulations (including inquiries regarding the application of Title IX, ADA/Section 504, and implementing regulations), as well as reports and complaints of discrimination and harassment, can be made verbally or in writing to WSU’s Compliance and Civil Rights, the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights, or both.

More information, resources, and contact information are available here: https://ccr.wsu.edu/notice-of-nondiscrimination/