MFA Graduate Programs Coordinator

Stony Brook; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Stony Brook University in New York seeks a Graduate Program Coordinator to provide administrative support for three MFA programs in Creative Writing, Film, and Television Writing at the Manhattan Center. You will coordinate graduate admissions, recruiting, and degree progress while assisting directors, faculty, and students.

The role requires strong written and verbal communication, independent and collaborative work across programs, and proficiency with university systems such as PeopleSoft and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; foreign equivalents accepted.
• Two years of full-time administrative experience in a college or university setting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace applications.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of graduate admissions and recruiting for three MFA programs.
• Support program directors, faculty, and current students; advise and track degree progress.
• Manage on-site events and logistics for the Manhattan Center; ensure timely communications.
• Develop expertise in university systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, reporting) and act as liaison with Graduate School.
• Oversee TA/GA appointments, funding, and policy adherence.

Skills

Graduate program coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Slate

PeopleSoft

DegreeWorks

Navigate

SBU Reporting

Concur

Zoom

CMS

Canva

Job description

Stony Brook University in New York seeks a Graduate Program Coordinator to provide administrative support for three MFA programs in Creative Writing, Film, and Television Writing at the Manhattan Center. You will coordinate graduate admissions, recruiting, and degree progress while assisting directors, faculty, and students.

The role requires strong written and verbal communication, independent and collaborative work across programs, and proficiency with university systems such as PeopleSoft and