Student Life Administrative Coordinator

Tufts University; Medford (MA); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Tufts University in Medford, MA, seeks an Administrative Coordinator for the Dean of Students Office. You will provide comprehensive administrative support, manage calendars, assist with onboarding, and coordinate meetings and events while maintaining confidential information with professionalism.

The role involves serving as a visible point of contact for students and families, coordinating cross-functional initiatives, and ensuring organized, responsive office operations in a hybrid

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience typically acquired by: High School / GED.
• College degree may serve as a substitute for some years of experience.
• Related experience 5+ years.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to monitor financial transactions.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a primary contact for the Dean of Students Office, interacting with students, families, faculty and staff.
• Coordinates meetings, agendas, materials, and documents; tracks decisions and action items.
• Assists with recruiting, onboarding, training, scheduling, and supervision of graduate interns and temporary staff.
• Tracks project timelines, deliverables, and follow-up to support timely completion.
• Maintains departmental records, spreadsheets, databases, and reports.
• Provides administrative support for financial operations including purchasing and reimbursements.
• Plans and coordinates logistics for meetings, programs, and special events; manages on-site support.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Financial management

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High School / GED

College degree preferred

Related experience 5+ years

Tools

Maxient

Job description

Tufts University in Medford, MA, seeks an Administrative Coordinator for the Dean of Students Office. You will provide comprehensive administrative support, manage calendars, assist with onboarding, and coordinate meetings and events while maintaining confidential information with professionalism.

The role involves serving as a visible point of contact for students and families, coordinating cross-functional initiatives, and ensuring organized, responsive office operations in a hybrid