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Academic Coordinator - IllinoisCOM at Saybrook University

Saybrook University No longer available $23 - $28/hour

Job Description

The Chicago School is hiring an Academic Coordinator as part of the Academic Operations team of the Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine (IllinoisCOM). The Chicago School educates the next generation of change-makers in innovative theory and culturally competent practice to strengthen the integrated health of individuals, organizations, and communities. We enroll over 6,000 students across 40+ academic programs culminating in a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree or a professional certificate, and our unique approach to impact-focused education has made us a leading nonprofit university for over 40 years. PRINCIPAL DUTIES: Assist in tracking attendance records for students to ensure they are meeting course requirements BASIC QUALIFICATIONS A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a similar support role in education, health or a related disciplineStrong data analysis and interpretation skills Excellent written and oral communication skills Ability to work effectively with faculty on assessment development Ability to communicate with faculty and staff of all levels. IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS Experience developing and administering examinations in higher education Experience in medical education assessment or health professions testing Familiarity with COCA accreditation standards related to student assessment Experience with exam software platforms and other related question banksExperience with secure testing procedures and exam integrity protocols Understanding of competency-based assessment in medical education This opportunity is budgeted at $23.08 - 28.21 hourly (equivalent to $45,000 - $55,000 annually) base compensation. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation. The IllinoisCOM at The Chicago School The Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine (IllinoisCOM) at The Chicago School is the university's fourth and newest academic college. The IllinoisCOM trains exceptional physicians to leverage the interconnection of physical and mental health to provide compassionate, patient-centered care of the highest quality. Through in-classroom learning at The Chicago School's state-of-the-art Chicago campus and clinical training opportunities in Chicago, Dallas, Washington DC, and Southern California, the IllinoisCOM prepares students to address communities' most pressing healthcare needs.The Chicago School offers 40+ distinct academic programs across integrated health fields, educates 6,000+ students annually, and is accredited by the Western Association of Schools & Colleges Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). The Chicago School is also an affiliate of The Community Solution, a network of nonprofit higher education institutions that works collaboratively to advance institutional sustainability, increase student success, and enhance community impact. The Chicago School For more than four decades, The Chicago School has been a leading nonprofit university dedicated to training professionals for careers that improve the integrated health of individuals, organizations, and communities across the globe. Grounded in the values of education, innovation, community, and impact, The Chicago School offers 40+ distinct academic programs at campuses across the country (Washington DC, Chicago, Dallas, Southern California) and online, educating over 6,000 students annually in fields across integrated health.The Chicago School is accredited by the Western Association of Schools & Colleges Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). The Chicago School is also an affiliate of The Community Solution, a network of nonprofit higher education institutions that works collaboratively to advance institutional sustainability, increase student success, and enhance community impact.

$48k - $58k is below typical pay for Education Administrators, Postsecondary nationally

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$48k - $58k
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$64k Market range (10th-90th percentile) $212k

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Senior roles pay 76% more than entry—experience is well rewarded.

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Limited
Durability
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Stronger for: Credentialed candidates
Weaker for: Self-taught practitioners

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Expertise pays off

Limited new roles, but specialists earn significantly more.

+2%
10yr growth
Most openings come from retirements and turnover, not new positions.
Advanced degrees are common in this field.
Typical: Master's degree

Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.

Labor data: BLS 2024