Program Coordinator I

Summary

NATURE OF WORK IN THIS CLASS : This is routine technical work involved in planning, developing, implementing, and coordinating federally funded or local programs and projects. Employees in this class perform routine technical duties independently after initial training and work under close supervision on a variety of more complex developmental assignments.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING : a) Graduated from a recognized college or university with a Bachelor’s degree; or b) Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the minimum knowledge, abilities and skills. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED : Pursuant to Public Law 26-87 as amended by Public Law 29-113, all future employees of any position within the University of Guam will be required at minimum to process one of the following: 1. A high school diploma: or 2. Successful completion of General Education Development ( GED ) Test; or 3. The equivalent of a general education high school program; or 4. Successful completion of a certification program, from a recognized accredited or certified vocational technical institution, in a specialized field for the job.

Preferred Qualifications

None

Work Schedule

Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Other Information

EDUCATION : Applicants claiming degrees or credit hours are required to have an original or certified copy of the documents (e.g., transcripts, high school diploma, or GED certification) accompany the application PREFERENTIAL HIRING STATUS : As a recipient of an educational loan or merit scholarship, you are entitled to the first offer of employment in accordance with Public Law 15-127 (notwithstanding any other laws which may supersede). To claim preferential hire, you must upload your eligibility letter from the University of Guam Financial Aid Office, along with your job application. Preference hiring is only awarded for initial employment. In addition, declining an offer will result in the removal of preferential hire status. VETERANS / DISABILITY PREFERENCE : Applicants claiming veteran’s preference points are required to provide a copy of the DD-214 (Military Discharge form). Those claiming Compensable Disability are required to provide a copy of a letter from the Veterans Administration. Applicants claiming disability preference should submit a Government of Guam Certification, Certified by the Director of Public Health and Social Services. WORK ELIGIBILITY : Submission of completed job applications authorizes the University of Guam to seek and obtain information regarding the applicant’s suitability for employment. All factors which are job related may be investigated (e.g., previous employment, educational credentials, and criminal records). All information obtained may be used to determine the applicant’s eligibility for employment in accordance with equal employment opportunity guidelines. In addition, the applicant releases previous employers and job related sources from legal liability for the information provided. Section 25103, Chapter 25, Title 10 of the Guam Code Annotated requires college or university employees to undergo a physical examination, to include a test for tuberculosis (skin or x-ray), prior to employment and at least annually thereafter. A report of such examination must be conducted by a licensed physician within a state or territory of the United States and must be submitted upon request. Federal law requires presentation of eligibility to work in the United States within seventy-two (72) hours of reporting for employment. Specifically, 8 USC 1324A requires the employer to verify the identity and eligibility to work in the United States of all newly hired employees. The University of Guam is required to comply with this law on a non-discriminatory basis. If you are hired to fill a position within the University of Guam, you will be required to present valid documents to comply with the law. POLICE AND COURT CLEARANCE : Pursuant to Public Law No. 28-24 and Executive Order No. 2005-34, applicants selected for a position are required to provide original police and court (Superior Court of Guam) clearances of no more than three (3) months old prior to commencement of employment. Off-island applicants must obtain clearances from their place of residence. Applicants are responsible for fees associated with obtaining the clearances. HOW TO APPLY : All applicants must submit an online job application through the UOG’s online employment portal system at and upload supporting documents with their application. For further information, please call 735-2350. UNIVERSITY INFORMATION : Information on the University’s campus security and fire safety may be accessed at . THE UNIVERSITY OF GUAM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND PROVIDER : The University of Guam complies with Public Law 24-109 in reference to the provisions and requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Assistance in EEO / ADA matters and inquiries concerning the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations may be referred to the University’s Director, EEO and Title IX/ ADA Coordinator, located at the EEO / ADA Office, Dorm II, Iya Hami Hall, Room 104, Telephone No. ; TTY ; or to the Office of Civil Rights ( OCR ).