Part-Time Program Assistant, Behavioral Health (Graduate)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Fairfield University invites applications for a part-time Program Assistant in the Behavioral Health programs within the School of Social Work and Counseling. The role provides comprehensive administrative support from admissions through graduation, coordinating processes and maintaining records in a collaborative academic environment.

The successful candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 3 years equivalent administrative experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Experience using spreadsheets, Microsoft Excel, Word, and Google Workspace applications.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize competing deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing effectively as a member of a team.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Monitor student success plans and probation processes with Program Directors.
• Coordinate administrative processes across admissions, enrollment, progression, and graduation.
• Respond to program emails and answer routine student questions about procedures and deadlines.
• Coordinate MSW Residency logistics and communications.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree

3 years administrative experience

Tools

Microsoft 365

Excel

Word

Outlook

Teams

Google Workspace

Job description

Fairfield University invites applications for a part-time Program Assistant in the Behavioral Health programs within the School of Social Work and Counseling. The role provides comprehensive administrative support from admissions through graduation, coordinating processes and maintaining records in a collaborative academic environment.

The successful candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality.