Music Department Student Affairs & Operations Coordinator

Brown University; Providence (RI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University invites applications for the Student Affairs Coordinator in the Department of Music. The role serves as a fiscal and academic liaison, supporting financial transactions, HR activities, courses, and student affairs, while driving efficiency through guidelines and systems.

The incumbent collaborates with graduate and undergraduate program directors, oversees Graduate Student Payroll, and may assist with events during Commencement Weekend.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required with a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or equivalent college degree and no prior experience.
• Workday financial and student hiring experience preferred.
• Excellent communication (both written and verbal), and interpersonal skills; ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Must be resourceful, adaptable, proactive, and able to handle multiple priorities in a busy environment.
• Proficiency with or proven ability to learn Apple computers, Microsoft Word/Google Docs, Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets, Workday, and other computer programs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a fiscal and academic liaison to faculty, students, visitors, and staff, guiding and resolving day-to-day financial transactions and academic actions in line with Brown policies.
• Collaborate with directors of graduate and undergraduate programs and oversee their administration; manage Graduate Student Payroll and related appointments.
• Provide support for financial affairs, human resources, courses, and student affairs; identify and implement guidelines, procedures, tools, and systems for operational efficiency.
• Assist with program events during Commencement Weekend (May).

Skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Workday experience

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Workday

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word/Google Docs

Job description

Brown University invites applications for the Student Affairs Coordinator in the Department of Music. The role serves as a fiscal and academic liaison, supporting financial transactions, HR activities, courses, and student affairs, while driving efficiency through guidelines and systems.

The incumbent collaborates with graduate and undergraduate program directors, oversees Graduate Student Payroll, and may assist with events during Commencement Weekend.