Academic Program Coordinator – Cambridge, Massachusetts

The Academic Program Coordinator role is a dynamic position supporting a leading educational institution. You will handle diverse administrative tasks, support educational activities, coordinate events, and serve as a primary contact for student and faculty interactions. The role offers opportunities to engage with students and faculty, participate in numerous events and field trips, and develop professional skills in a collaborative environment. This position pays $29.00 per hour.

Shift

• Onsite

Why This Job Is Awesome / Your Impact

• Engage with students and faculty regularly
• Involvement in many educational events, open houses, and field trips
• Opportunity for long-term employment and professional growth
• Contribute to a vibrant academic community and facilitate student engagement

Responsibilities

• Respond to inquiries via phone and email
• Assist with managing graduate student appointments, grades, and thesis submissions
• Schedule classrooms and coordinate with other administrative staff
• Maintain student records and admissions databases
• Monitor expenses and process reimbursements
• Support website updates and draft correspondence
• Coordinate and organize educational activities and events
• Train administrative assistants and review procedures
• Manage Visiting Student applications and prepare event materials
• Provide general support to the Assistant Director of Academic Programs

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of administrative or related experience in student services or a similar role
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Proficiency with MS Office applications

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Knowledge of SAP, Concur Travel Reporting, Odyssey, Slate, Filemaker, Drupal, or similar systems
• Interest in student engagement and educational administration