Graduate Programs Administrative Coordinator (Hybrid)

The University of Massachusetts Amherst; Amherst (MA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking a Clerk IV (Graduate Program Administrative Assistant) to coordinate administrative activities for PBS graduate programs, including Masters and Ph.D. programs, and to support the Graduate Program Director and faculty in training, planning and provision.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, experience with academic settings, and proficiency with university systems to manage student records, admissions, and program

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with 3 years of relevant experience or an Associate's Degree with 1 year of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in standard computer applications (email, word processing, spreadsheets, databases).
• Ability to learn new systems and adapt quickly.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate administrative activities for graduate programs in PBS.
• Support admissions, recruitment, and onboarding of graduate students.
• Maintain records and confidential student information; track progress toward degree.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability to new systems

Education

Associate's Degree or higher with relevant experience

Tools

SPIRE

SLATE

Kuali

Prograds

Job description

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking a Clerk IV (Graduate Program Administrative Assistant) to coordinate administrative activities for PBS graduate programs, including Masters and Ph.D. programs, and to support the Graduate Program Director and faculty in training, planning and provision.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, experience with academic settings, and proficiency with university systems to manage student records, admissions, and program