HML Part Time Program Administrator

The New School; United States; Hybrid; USD 45,433 - 50,172; Part time

Job summary

The New School seeks a responsible, detail-oriented Part-Time Program Administrator to provide administrative support to Healthy Materials Lab Directors and staff. This position is part-time (21 hrs/week) with a flexible schedule and offers benefit eligibility. The role emphasizes in-person collaboration on campus.

Responsibilities include overseeing public programs and events, managing communications, and maintaining academic partnerships. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree, exceptional organizational skills, and a positive attitude.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required.
• Exceptional organizational and detail-oriented skills.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage diverse activities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate public programs, private events, and meetings.
• Administer academic partnerships and project management.
• Oversee expense tracking and reconciliation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Parsons the New School for Design seeks a responsible, detail-oriented Part‑Time Program Administrator to provide administrative support to Healthy Materials Lab Directors and staff on grant‑related activities that are 100% effort (21 hrs/week). The position is funded by the Friends of Healthy Materials Initiative, offers a flexible schedule, and requires availability at least three days a week. It is a fixed‑term, part‑time position (21 hrs/week) that will be benefit‑eligible and is governed by a collective bargaining agreement between Local 1205 Teamsters and the University.

Responsibilities

• Oversight and coordination of public programs, private events, and internal/external meetings, including adjusting the work schedule on days with evening events.
• Schedule HML communications, media promotion, and public relations, including mailing list maintenance and upkeep.
• Undertake writing projects to disseminate the work of the Lab.
• Assist in updating students through Canvas and/or distributing a range of digital communications for HML’s eLearning programs.
• Administration of academic partnerships, including project management.
• Creation, implementation, and management of program‑level communications and calendar.
• Oversee expense tracking and reconciliation, and coordinate with relevant university offices as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with equivalent experience required.
• Exceptionally professional and proactive with an interest in Material Health.
• Highly organized and detail‑oriented.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, problem‑solve, manage diverse activities, and meet deadlines.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
• Pleasant demeanor and positive, can‑do attitude.

Work mode: This position is primarily in‑person and is based on campus to support effective in‑person collaboration and engagement. Hybrid work arrangements may be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.

Hourly Range: $32.98/hr - $36.42

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.