Crimson Summer Academy—Assistant Director (Admissions)

Harvard University, Faculty of Arts & Sciences; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Harvard University, Faculty of Arts and Sciences in Cambridge, MA is seeking an Assistant Director for the Crimson Summer Academy (CSA). You will oversee admissions and outreach to high schools and support mentors and students.

A Bachelor's degree and at least five years of relevant experience are required, with supervisory and organizational strengths. The role offers a hybrid schedule with on‑campus work during the seven‑week summer session and opportunities to influence program outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Minimum 5 years’ relevant work experience.
• Supervisory experience and strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency with databases and technology; multilingual Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess student needs and organize educational, social, and cultural activities.
• Manage CSA admissions process including outreach and tracking applications.
• Recruit, train, and supervise mentors and resident assistants.
• Develop policies to govern mentor and student interactions per university rules.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Organizational skills

Time management

Databases/technology

Spanish language

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Harvard University, Faculty of Arts and Sciences in Cambridge, MA is seeking an Assistant Director for the Crimson Summer Academy (CSA). You will oversee admissions and outreach to high schools and support mentors and students.

A Bachelor's degree and at least five years of relevant experience are required, with supervisory and organizational strengths. The role offers a hybrid schedule with on‑campus work during the seven‑week summer session and opportunities to influence program outcomes.