program coordinator

Definition

A faculty or staff member managing day-to-day operations of an academic program, handling everything from scheduling to student complaints while being paid nothing extra for the privilege. Administrative martyrdom as a service role.

Example Usage

As program coordinator, Dr. Roberts spent 15 hours weekly on advising, assessment reports, and putting out fires, all listed as 'service' on her CV.

Origin

Academic administrative roles expanding in the late 20th century

Fun Fact

Program coordinators often do associate dean-level work for course-release compensation, if they're lucky.

Source: Academic program administration

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