Hybrid Administrative Coordinator, School of Communication

Emerson College; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson College in Boston seeks an Administrative Associate for the School of Communication. This hybrid, regular staff role supports faculty, coordinates contracts, onboarding, and course scheduling, and ensures access to self-service tools for expenses and travel.

The position requires strong organizational skills, budget awareness, and proficiency with MS Office/Google Workspace, plus collaboration with faculty and program partners.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty with access to self-service tools for expenses, travel, employment, career plans, and textbooks.
• Coordinate and support faculty search committees, applications, interview schedules, and travel arrangements.
• Help manage faculty records and course schedules in relevant systems.
• Coordinate onboarding, contracts, and hiring for full-time and affiliate faculty.
• Arrange equipment, supplies, and office space to support teaching and service work.
• Maintain the syllabi collection and provide access to the Office of the Dean.
• Assist with HR onboarding confirmations and resource direction for new hires.
• Respond to student inquiries and direct to appropriate offices or faculty.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

MS Office

Google Workspace

Budget understanding

Procurement knowledge

Problem solving

Creativity

Collaboration

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent experience

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Workspace

Procurement systems

Job description

Emerson College in Boston seeks an Administrative Associate for the School of Communication. This hybrid, regular staff role supports faculty, coordinates contracts, onboarding, and course scheduling, and ensures access to self-service tools for expenses and travel.

The position requires strong organizational skills, budget awareness, and proficiency with MS Office/Google Workspace, plus collaboration with faculty and program partners.