Krause Center for Leadership and Ethics Program Manager & Event Coordinator

The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina, is accepting applications for a Program Manager and Events Coordinator in the Krause Center for Leadership and Ethics (KCLE). This full-time position plays a vital role in supporting the college mission of educating and developing principled leaders by managing programs, coordinating events, and overseeing routine operations and resources.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Administration

• Coordinate staff schedules and center activities in partnership with the KCLE Director.
• Identify and troubleshoot operational issues, escalating as needed.
• Conduct post-event evaluations to support continuous improvement.
• Oversee routine administrative functions in a dynamic and evolving work environment.

Financial Management

• Perform budgetary planning and reconciliation across multiple operating and endowed accounts.
• Manage Banner Finance tasks (e.g., purchase and travel requisitions, reimbursements, temp hires, dual employment submissions).
• Maintain accurate financial records.
• Coordinate with The Citadel Foundation.
• Reconcile purchasing card and travel accounts.
• Track procurement and inventory.

Honor Committee Support

• Provide administrative support to The Citadel Cadet Honor Committee.
• Schedule venues and meals for cadet honor training.
• Manage documentation, special orders, and honor-related correspondence.
• Maintain manual and electronic records for honor proceedings.

Event Planning & Execution

• Plan and coordinate all major KCLE events, including:
• Leadership Day
• Senior Leadership Integration Seminars
• Junior Ethics Enrichment Experience Seminars
• Service-Learning events and activities
• Annual Honor Conference
• Responsibilities include venue reservations, catering, transportation, production of training materials, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.

Annual Honor Conference Management

• Manage all aspects of the Honor Conference including:
• Coordinating meetings and briefings.
• Managing logistics (hotels, venues, travel, vendors, contracts).
• Creating agendas, programs, name tags, signage, and marketing materials.
• Handling communication, RSVP tracking, registration, and hospitality for attendees and speakers.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, English, Management, Marketing, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in event planning, program coordination, or project management.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent communication, decision-making, and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and adapt to a dynamic work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with statistical reporting.
• Familiarity with higher education operations or leadership development programs.
• Experience working with students, cadets, or young adults.

Position Details

• Initial Status: Full-time temporary (onboarding period)
• Hourly Rate: $25/hour
• Potential for Permanent Role: Eligible for transition to a permanent position within six months
• Permanent Salary Range: $45,000 – $60,000 (commensurate with experience)