Executive Director Liaison & Operations Coordinator

Fairfield University; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 46,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairfield University seeks an experienced administrator to support the Bellarmine Campus leadership in Bridgeport. The role provides essential services to the Dean/Executive Director, tracks student progress, and coordinates cross‑functional activities with registrars, finances, and facilities.

Responsibilities include preparing reports, supporting campus events, and ensuring smooth operations for a 12‑month, hourly staff position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least five years of related experience required.
• Experience in or appreciation for the mission of Jesuit higher education.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and customer service skills.
• Superior attention to detail and organization.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative support to the Dean/Executive Director.
• Manages information tracking and supports program operations.
• Oversees billing in the dean's office and prepares financial reports.
• Liaises with registrar, facilities, and safety offices and supports events.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Customer service

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree + 5 yrs experience

Higher education experience preferred

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Workday

Job description

Fairfield University seeks an experienced administrator to support the Bellarmine Campus leadership in Bridgeport. The role provides essential services to the Dean/Executive Director, tracks student progress, and coordinates cross‑functional activities with registrars, finances, and facilities.

Responsibilities include preparing reports, supporting campus events, and ensuring smooth operations for a 12‑month, hourly staff position.