Strategic Administrative Coordinator - Academic Operations

Harvard University, Faculty of Arts & Sciences; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Harvard University, Faculty of Arts and Sciences seeks an Administrative Coordinator to deliver broad administrative and operational support to the academic unit, assisting the Chair and DA/ED. The role requires strong organizational skills and independent problem solving, with in-person presence on campus.

The Administrative Coordinator supports the Department Chair and DA/ED in implementing priorities, oversees office management, coordinates events, onboarding, space management, and liaises

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of administrative or customer support experience.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Discretion and sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support to the grouping and faculty.
• Track and maintain departmental records.
• Coordinate faculty leave requests and support committees.
• Assist in unit personnel management and onboarding; train and direct support staff.
• Lead or support departmental events and meetings and manage space and scheduling.

Skills

Administrative experience

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Experience in higher education or academic operations

Job description

Harvard University, Faculty of Arts and Sciences seeks an Administrative Coordinator to deliver broad administrative and operational support to the academic unit, assisting the Chair and DA/ED. The role requires strong organizational skills and independent problem solving, with in-person presence on campus.

The Administrative Coordinator supports the Department Chair and DA/ED in implementing priorities, oversees office management, coordinates events, onboarding, space management, and liaises