Project Coordinator

The Goodkind Group, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 41,328 - 44,083; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading recruiting firm is seeking a Project Coordinator to provide hands-on administrative and operational support for a short-term project in a large academic department. The role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a service-oriented mindset, emphasizing in-person interactions. Key responsibilities include managing communications with faculty and staff and ensuring smooth departmental workflow. This is a contract role requiring dependable, organized, and collaborative candidates.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills with clear and professional written and verbal communication.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to quickly learn and navigate university systems and platforms.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a point of contact for walk-in visitors and incoming phone inquiries.
• Manage and respond to email communications with faculty, students, and staff.
• Assist with general administrative and project-related tasks as needed.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Excellent organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Proficiency in Google Workspace tools

Self-motivated

Collaborative team player

Job description

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

The Goodkind Group, LLC provided pay range

This range is provided by The Goodkind Group, LLC. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$30.00/hr - $32.00/hr

Executive Recruiter at The Goodkind Group

The Project Coordinator will provide hands‑on administrative and operational support for a short‑term special project within a large academic department. This role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a service‑oriented mindset, with a significant in‑person presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a point of contact for walk‑in visitors and incoming phone inquiries
• Manage and respond to email communications with faculty, students, and staff
• Enter, update, and maintain departmental data and records
• Assist with general administrative and project‑related tasks as needed
• Support day‑to‑day operational needs to ensure smooth departmental workflow

Required Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills with clear and professional written and verbal communication
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace tools
• Ability to quickly learn and navigate university systems and platforms
• Self‑motivated, dependable, and committed to delivering high‑quality service
• Collaborative team player who thrives in a fast‑paced academic environment

Start Date: January 12, 2026

End Date: March 31, 2026

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (35 hours/week)

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Administrative
• Education Administration Programs

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)