Graduate Program Coordinator - Onsite in Ithaca

Cornell University; Ithaca (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornell University in Ithaca, NY, invites applications for a full-time Graduate Program Coordinator in the History Department. The role supports graduate students and coordinates academic policies, requirements, and program administration.

The position is predominantly on-site (39 hours/week) with a seasonal hybrid option and core hours 8:00am–4:30pm, Monday–Friday. The successful candidate will advise students, manage funding records, coordinate events, and maintain records and web content,

Qualifications

• Associates degree and at least 2 years administrative experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word) and ability to learn new software.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to take initiative and follow up on tasks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee graduate program operations, ensuring compliance with Graduate School policies, procedures, and degree requirements.
• Serve as primary resource and liaison for graduate students, faculty, the Director of Graduate Studies, and the Graduate School.
• Advise prospective and current students on academic requirements, funding, course scheduling, professional development, and wellness resources.
• Manage graduate student funding records, monitor funding sources, and develop financial projections to support planning and decision-making.
• Maintain accurate student records, track academic progress, and update graduate program website content.
• Collaborate with departmental staff to support front office operations, Commencement activities, and department-sponsored events.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Education

Associates degree

Tools

MS Office 365

Job description

Cornell University in Ithaca, NY, invites applications for a full-time Graduate Program Coordinator in the History Department. The role supports graduate students and coordinates academic policies, requirements, and program administration.

The position is predominantly on-site (39 hours/week) with a seasonal hybrid option and core hours 8:00am–4:30pm, Monday–Friday. The successful candidate will advise students, manage funding records, coordinate events, and maintain records and web content,