Department Operations Coordinator - Management & Organization

Boston College; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission for Employees

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans (401k/403b)

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Boston College is seeking an Administrative Assistant in the Management and Organization Department to support a large faculty and student body. You will manage office operations, serve as liaison with university offices, and help coordinate events and course-related activities.

The role requires strong communication, organizational skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with Canvas is desirable. A bachelor’s degree is preferred and a 26.32–32.88 USD/hour pay range is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; Minimum of 3–5 years administrative experience preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; Microsoft Office proficiency including Excel.
• Experience with Canvas or comparable course management system is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Establishes all office procedures and manages daily departmental operations.
• Department liaison for chairperson to university administrative offices; Student Services and Dean's Office coordination.
• Training and onboarding new faculty; manage budgets and track spending trends.
• Oversees and prepares requisitions, travel expense reports, and P-card purchases.
• Coordinate speaker series, arrange meetings, and support teaching and research activities.
• Assist with travel arrangements, department events, and maintenance of course catalogs.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Excel

Google Docs

Communication skills

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Boston College is seeking an Administrative Assistant in the Management and Organization Department to support a large faculty and student body. You will manage office operations, serve as liaison with university offices, and help coordinate events and course-related activities.

The role requires strong communication, organizational skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with Canvas is desirable. A bachelor’s degree is preferred and a 26.32–32.88 USD/hour pay range is offered.