Department Coordinator

Brandeis University

Waltham, MA, US
Base: $27.96ph - $32ph; bonus/equity: not specifie...
Fully remote
Academic program support
Office operations management
Committee meeting coordination
This role sits at the operational center of undergraduate academic life—supporting university-wide programs, faculty initiatives, curriculum governance, and student success efforts

Job Summary

  • This role sits at the operational center of undergraduate academic life—supporting university-wide programs, faculty initiatives, curriculum governance, and student success efforts.
  • As a key member of a collaborative administrative team, the Department Coordinator provides operational and programmatic support to the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Affairs (VPUA) and the Assistant Provost for Student Success and Retention.
  • You will work in a collegial environment that values collaboration, integrity, and inclusion—while gaining exposure to academic leadership and institutional governance.

Matching Summary

This role sits at the operational center of undergraduate academic life—supporting university-wide programs, faculty initiatives, curriculum governance, and student success efforts.

Salary

Base: $27.96/hour - $32/hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Academic program support
  • Office operations management
  • Committee meeting coordination
  • Budget tracking and fund coordination
  • Team collaboration and cross-functional support

Nice-to-have

  • Service-oriented professional
  • Detail-driven and collaborative
  • Meaningful work in higher education
  • Collegial environment
  • Mission-driven institution

Key Requirements

  • 1-3 years administrative or coordination experience
  • Higher education experience preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Familiarity with collaboration tools
  • Budget tracking experience helpful

Work Rights

Not specified

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