St. Dominic Fellowship Coordinator

St. Dominic Fellowship Coordinator

Salary

$80,000.00 Annually

Location

Providence College

Job Type

Full-time Staff

Job Number

PC00223

Division

Grants

Opening Date

04/17/2026

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

NU

• Description
• Benefits

Conducted under the auspices of the Dominican Friars, Providence College is a Catholic, Dominican, liberal arts institution of higher education and a community committed to academic excellence in pursuit of the truth, growth in virtue, and service of God and neighbor. We seek candidates who can affirm and contribute to our mission.

Providence College is also an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a Beloved Community an environment that reflects the rich diversity of the human family and is marked by justice, charity and the promotion of the common good and flourishing of all. We invite applications from qualified individuals who possess the experience, knowledge and commitment to develop the diverse learning environment envisioned as part of the Beloved Community. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. The Colleges Non-Discrimination policy can be found Notice of Non-Discrimination (PDF document)

Overview

Under the leadership of the Providence College Humanities Program Director and the Principal Investigator of the NEH grant funding this position, is the St. Dominic Fellowship coordinator is responsible for building, administering, and assessing the St. Dominic Fellowship program. An initial framework of the Fellowship program is available on this webpage. This position will start July 1, 2026 and conclude December 31, 2028.

External funding for this position is provided by the National Endowment for the Humanities, and is expected to run through 03/31/2029, subject to the terms of the sponsoring agency and the continued availability of funds. The appointment does not imply a commitment to renewal or extension beyond the funding period.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design and manage the annual recruitment and selection cycle, develop outreach materials, coordinate information sessions, steward inquiries, organize application review with a selection committee, and ensure mission-aligned review processes and communications. Oversee onboarding, advising, and program communications for Fellows. Create and maintain program guidelines, calendars, and requirement checklists, coordinate with leadership and relevant offices to align SDF activities with program activities and commitments. Maintain accurate records for applicants and Fellows. Track milestones and requirements. Coordinate with administrative support on scheduling, travel, reimbursements/honoraria related to SDF activities as needed. (40%)
• Build and sustain a network of mentors (faculty and partners); match Fellows with mentors, set expectations, resources, and training for effective mentoring and monitor engagement and outcomes. Design and manage immersion experiences aligned with program learning outcomes. Coordinate logistics, schedules, partner agreements, and pre-/post-immersion reflection components. Collaborate with relevant campus offices on risk management and travel procedures. Curate complementary co-curricular programming that integrates with coursework and SDF milestones. Develop and implement an assessment plan and key performance indicators including recruitment, retention, completion, learning outcomes, and post-program trajectories. Collect and analyze data and maintain secure records. Prepare periodic and annual reports for the Humanities Program leadership and external funders. Ensure adherence to grant and institutional policies and recommend program improvements based on findings. (30%)
• Course design and management, including team teaching when appropriate. Regular teaching and grading responsibilities during the academic year totaling 12 credits (typically 6 credits per semester). Align course offerings and co-curricular SDF activities to reinforce student learning and community-building, when possible. (30%)

MARGINAL DUTIES:

• Perform all other duties as may be required.

Education and Experience

• Masters degree in a humanistic discipline from an accredited institution required. PhD is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of three years experience in a college or university setting, including college-level instruction and program coordination, experience with mentoring programs, and/or high-impact practices (e.g., internships, service learning, immersions), or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated ability to recruit students and support program design, administration, assessment planning and data management.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, diplomatic, and cross-campus collaboration skills.
• Facility with public speaking and event/experience coordination.
• Strong written communications skills
• Ability to teach in an interdisciplinary college setting.
• Capacity to design and coordinate mentorship and immersion experiences.
• Demonstrated commitment to the Catholic and Dominican intellectual tradition.
• Familiarity with or expertise in the American political tradition.
• Experience with grant-funded program reporting and compliance.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time
• Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction
• Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard
• Communication skills using the spoken word
• Ability to see within normal parameters
• Ability to hear within normal range
• Ability to move about

DISCLAIMER: This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

NOTICE OF E-VERIFY PARTICIPATION

Providence College participates in E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired to work in the United States. Before submitting this application, please review the following documents:

• E-Verify Notice of Participation
• Right to Work

By continuing with this application, you acknowledge that you have been informed of our participation in E-Verify and have had the opportunity to review these notices.

Providence College offers a comprehensive range of valuable benefits to eligible employees, which are designed to:

• Promote the health and well-being of you and your family
• Provide financial security while you are working
• Build financial resources for retirement
• Help you balance personal and work responsibilities
• Provide educational opportunities for you and your family

These benefits include but are not limited to health, dental, 403b retirement plan, flexible benefits plan, tuition benefits, employee assistance plan, college paid basic life insurance and long-term disability insurance, and paid time off. To learn more, please visit our Employee Benefits website by clicking the following link: https://human-resources.providence.edu/benefits/

Employer Providence College (RI)

Address 1 Cunningham Square

Providence, Rhode Island, 02918-0001

Phone (401) 865-2341

Website www.providence.edu