Admissions Operations Coordinator

Harvard University FAS Human Resources; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Parental leave

Retirement plans

Wellbeing resources

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Harvard University in Cambridge, MA seeks an Admissions Staff Assistant to provide administrative and operational support to the Admissions team, acting as the main contact for inquiries, coordinating events, and handling application processing and records with discretion.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail‑oriented, and proficient with databases and systems such as Slate, SharePoint, and Concur. A bachelor’s degree is required, and flexibility for a hybrid work arrangement is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Excellent customer service and professional communication.
• Experience with databases and administrative systems such as Slate, SharePoint, and Concur.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for prospective students and applicants via admissions inbox and phone line.
• Provide accurate information on applications, deadlines, events, and procedures.
• Support application processing, maintain files and records, and produce reports.
• Coordinate admissions committee materials and events, including logistics and communications.
• Edit and update admissions content on the website and related materials.
• Process admissions‑related expenses, reimbursements, and payroll related tasks.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Office

Slate/SharePoint/Concur

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Slate

SharePoint

Concur

Microsoft Office

Job description

Harvard University in Cambridge, MA seeks an Admissions Staff Assistant to provide administrative and operational support to the Admissions team, acting as the main contact for inquiries, coordinating events, and handling application processing and records with discretion.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail‑oriented, and proficient with databases and systems such as Slate, SharePoint, and Concur. A bachelor’s degree is required, and flexibility for a hybrid work arrangement is expected.