Student Employment Coordinator

Berklee College of Music; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Generous PTO

Paid winter break

Job summary

Berklee College of Music in Boston seeks a Student Employment Coordinator to support a transformational career services team, handling student employment administration, advising, and daily operations.

You will guide student eligibility, onboarding, payroll policies, and deliver workshops, Career Jam, the Job Expo, and industry trips, with a strong emphasis on inclusivity and student-centered service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education/experience.
• Federal Work-Study knowledge, payroll policies, and visa considerations.
• Experience in student services, program administration or career services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Student employment administration across the College and Conservatory.
• Monitor eligibility (GPA, credits, SSA, visa) and E-Verify verifications.
• Serve as primary contact for eligibility, hiring, onboarding, and payroll queries.
• Provide generalist career guidance via appointments, drop-ins, and small groups.
• Deliver orientations and presentations on résumés, interviewing, and job search.
• Assist with Career Jam, Job Expo, boot camps and industry trips.
• Coordinate room reservations, shared calendars, and space readiness.
• perform routine tech checks and troubleshoot with IT and Facilities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Presentation skills

Emotional intelligence

Inclusion & equity

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Google Workspace

Spreadsheets

Scheduling tools

Workday

Salesforce

CRM databases

Job description

Job Description

Under the direction of the Assistant Dean of Career Engagement, the Student Employment Coordinator supports a transformational career services team empowering artists and creative leaders to realize their career potential. Serving as a highly visible first point of contact, this role combines detailed student employment administration, accessible generalist career advising, and day-to-day operational support for the Career Center.

At Berklee, your work directly supports the next generation of creative leaders.

Key Responsibilities

Student Employment Administration: Program Oversight: Support student employment operations across the College and Conservatory in alignment with institutional, federal, and state regulations.

Eligibility & Compliance: Monitor student eligibility (GPA, credit load, SSA, visa requirements) and facilitate E-Verify employment verifications while maintaining accurate, confidential records.

Student & Supervisor Support: Serve as the primary contact for inquiries regarding eligibility, hiring, onboarding, and payroll policies across virtual, email, and in-person channels.

Generalist Advising & Career Education

First-Line Guidance: Provide generalist career guidance via scheduled appointments, drop-in hours, and small-group sessions, referring complex inquiries to specialized Career Advisors.

Workshop Facilitation: Deliver orientations and presentations using established career curriculum on topics like résumés, interviewing, and job-search strategies.

Signature Events: Assist with department-wide programming and signature events, including Career Jam, the Job Expo, boot camps, and industry trips.

Operations & Center Support

Facility & Space Management: Coordinate room reservations, shared calendars, and physical space readiness (computers, video conferencing, furniture setup) for advising, interviews, and employer visits.

Tech Logistics & Troubleshooting: Perform routine technology checks, maintain equipment inventories, and troubleshoot issues alongside IT, Facilities, and Public Safety.

What You'll Bring

Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent combination of education/experience) plus 1-3 years of experience in student services, program administration, higher education, or career services.

Regulatory Knowledge: Working knowledge of Federal Work-Study, student employment policies, payroll practices, and visa considerations (or the capacity to learn quickly).

Technical Proficiency: Strong technology skills using Google Workspace, spreadsheets, and scheduling tools. Experience with Workday, Salesforce, or CRM databases is preferred.

Core Competencies: Strong organizational and presentation skills, high emotional intelligence, and a commitment to maintaining an inclusive, student-centered environment. Foreign language skills and an interest in performing arts/creative industries are a plus.

Why Choose Berklee?

Mission-Driven Impact: Help young artists build essential professional skills and secure foundational on-campus employment opportunities.

Cultural Access: Enjoy nightly, unrivaled access to world-class music, theater, and dance performances across our campus venues.

Total Rewards: Comprehensive health and dental coverage, an institutional 403(b) retirement plan with matching contributions, tuition assistance, generous PTO, and a paid winter break.

Hiring Range: $46,000 to $60,000; salary dependent on experience and education. Please visit the Total Rewards page to learn more about our benefits.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee:

We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Team at [e-mail] or call 617-747-2375.

*Currently enrolled Berklee students are not permitted to apply for staff or faculty positions.*

Employee Type: Staff

As the premier destination for the study of contemporary music and the performing arts, Berklee stands as the culmination of two pioneering institutions Boston Conservatory and Berklee College of Music each recognized for its global reach and cultural impact. Berklee is a place where artists come together to innovate, and where artistic and cultural diversity is embraced and celebrated. We strive to reflect these values in our inclusive hiring practices, creating a welcoming and equitable process that embraces diverse perspectives and fosters equity and opportunity for all. Guided by our fundamental values, our unified mission and vision define Berklee's core purpose and help us envision the positive influence we can have on each other, our students, our communities, and the broader world. Berklee is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to help our employees achieve their personal, professional, and financial goals. Learn more.