Leadership Programs Coordinator

001 University of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Rochester is seeking a Leadership Program Assistant to provide key administrative and operational support for the Medallion Leadership Program and related student leadership initiatives. You will coordinate logistics, maintain records, and assist with events to ensure smooth delivery of leadership education programs.

The role involves collaboration with professional staff to support daily operations while focusing staff on student learning, facilitation, advising, and assessment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Related experience in administrative support, program coordination, event planning or student services preferred.
• Experience handling multiple projects with strong record-keeping and communication is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate workshop logistics and event scheduling for Medallion programs.
• Maintain participant databases, records, and attendance tracking.
• Support communications, newsletters, calendars, social media, and workshop promotions.
• Assist with alumni, speaker schedules, and volunteer coordination.
• Support purchasing, recognition logistics, and office administration.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Customer service

Independent and collaborative work

Administrative coordination

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Registration systems

Database management

Website platforms

Communication tools

Job description

University of Rochester is seeking a Leadership Program Assistant to provide key administrative and operational support for the Medallion Leadership Program and related student leadership initiatives. You will coordinate logistics, maintain records, and assist with events to ensure smooth delivery of leadership education programs.

The role involves collaboration with professional staff to support daily operations while focusing staff on student learning, facilitation, advising, and assessment.