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Program Committee Coordinator

ABOUT AACRAO

AACRAO offers competitive compensation, an excellent benefits and retirement package, and a convenient location in Washington, D.C.

AACRAO is a non-profit, voluntary, professional association working to make higher education more responsive to learners. With a membership of more than 15,000 higher education professionals at approximately 2,300 institutions in more than 40 countries, collectively representing over 16.5 million enrolled students, the association provides advocacy, research, and policy-based guidance and training to higher education professionals to smooth the path for learners at every stage of their journey.

AACRAO is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

About the Job

POSITION SUMMARY

AACRAO is currently looking to select the next Program Committee Coordinator for Group 4: Leadership and Management Development and for Group 7: Special Topics. This is a great opportunity for someone who has experience as a Professional Activities Committee (PAC) chair or experience with state and regional leadership. There are seven Program Committee Coordinators, each representing one of the seven groups. They help the Program Committee Chair solicit, review, and select session proposals. If you are interested in volunteering for the Coordinator position for Group 4: Leadership and Management Development or Group 7: Special Topics, please complete the form below.

How to Apply

Using the form below, interested applicants must submit:

  • A completed application form, including a statement describing any current or past AACRAO involvement and a professional experience statement.
  • Applications are due by November 15, 2024.



Which Program Committee Coordinator position are you applying for?


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Applicant Experience

I have experience working at the following institution types (check all that apply):


Have you served or do you currently serve as a Professional Activity Committee (PAC) Chair or Vice Chair?


Area(s) of Experience (check all that apply) [Group 4]


Area(s) of Experience (check all that apply) [Group 7]


Please list past AACRAO volunteer service and provide an AACRAO volunteer statement: ~100 word statement showcasing volunteer commitment and intention to lead committees within the group.



~100 word statement showcasing how the applicant’s professional experience will contribute to the related Professional Activities Committees and the Program Committee.

Applicant Acknowledgements

The PC coordinator role will commence in conjunction with the 2025 Annual Meeting for a period of 3 years. By checking yes you are acknowledging and agreeing to the length of service.


Coordinators are expected to be in attendance at the Annual Meeting (held in March or April) and Leadership Meeting (held in June) during their service years. By checking yes you are acknowledging and agreeing to the expectation of attendance at these meetings during the term of service.


Coordinators will be trained on and expected to champion AACRAO’s digital platform, OpenWater, for program planning. By checking yes you are acknowledging and agreeing to the statement.