University of Iowa

The College of Liberal Arts & Sciences Creative Writing department has an opening for an Administrative Services Coordinator in the Iowa Writers’ Workshop. This 75% role supports key initiatives and day-to-day operations at one of the world's most celebrated creative writing programs, working to sustain a vibrant community of graduate students, faculty, alumni, and donors. The Administrative Services Coordinator will work on campus at the Writers’ Workshop office and will serve as a key point of contact for students, faculty, alumni, donors, and visitors. This position also manages the Writers’ Workshop front office and provides administrative support to the department faculty, administrator, and DEO. Key Responsibilities: Help plan and execute the literary events series (100+ events per year) in support of alumni engagement, donor stewardship, and academic enrichment. Provide logistical support for all events, including travel support, event planning, honoraria,...

The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) graduate program in Creative Writing is seeking an Administrative Services Manager, Academic Programs and Operations In close collaboration with the program director, this role works to develop and implement the programs and processes required to support the teaching, research, and service essential to the graduate program in Creative Writing, known informally as the Iowa Writers' Workshop Serving as departmental administrator, this role plans, organizes, and leads the administrative operational functions and day-to-day activities for the Writers' Workshop within the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences. Key responsibilities include academic support, program support, budget analysis, accounting, and facilities management. These functions require an understanding of University policies and operations and the ability to continuously implement and optimize new systems. Strong oral and...