Part-Time Academic Department Coordinator, Environmental Studies

amherst; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

Amherst College invites applications for the Academic Department Coordinator - Environmental Studies. This part-time, year-round position supports the department with faculty and curricular administration, scheduling, and communications.

The salary is $27.00–$31.00 per hour, with benefits information provided. The ideal candidate demonstrates attention to detail, excellent written and verbal communication, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• 1 year of related experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, time-management, organizational, and customer-service skills.
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and work collaboratively.
• Familiarity with Google Workspace and/or Microsoft Office.
• Experience working with a diverse community and maintaining confidentiality.
• Successful completion of required background and reference checks.

Responsibilities

• Attend department meetings and support the chair in preparing materials.
• Assist in faculty searches and coordinate search logistics.
• Assist with reappointment, tenure, and promotion processes.
• Update course information in Course Catalog, CPI, and Workday; assist with course logistics.
• Coordinate honoraria, travel reimbursements, and event logistics.
• Administer and track expenses for department and gift accounts in Workday; process PO's/invoices.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Workday

Job description

Amherst College invites applications for the Academic Department Coordinator - Environmental Studies. This part-time, year-round position supports the department with faculty and curricular administration, scheduling, and communications.

The salary is $27.00–$31.00 per hour, with benefits information provided. The ideal candidate demonstrates attention to detail, excellent written and verbal communication, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.