Undergraduate Programs Coordinator

Columbia University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia University’s Department of English and Comparative Literature is seeking an Undergraduate Coordinator to provide administrative and student-facing support to the DUS and CUE, and to serve as the primary contact for 200+ undergraduates. Reporting to the DAAF, the role involves curricular planning, record keeping, and general administrative tasks within a dynamic, research-driven department.

The position requires strong communication and organizational skills, with a focus on meeting

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with at least three years of related experience.
• College degree in humanities preferred.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Drive, Drupal, and HRIS systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Associate Chair and Committee on Undergraduate Education in curricular planning for the department.
• Coordinate undergraduate activities and schedule BA courses; update course information and notify registrar of changes.
• Maintain precise records for major/minor requirements and exemptions.
• Communicate with students about major/minor requirements and policies; follow up on issues.
• Maintain confidential files and respond to inquiries; support faculty as needed.
• Update department website content and support outreach activities.

Skills

Excellent communication

Confidentiality

Organization

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

College degree in humanities (preferred)

Tools

PeopleSoft

MS Office

Google Drive

Drupal

Relational databases

Job description

Columbia University’s Department of English and Comparative Literature is seeking an Undergraduate Coordinator to provide administrative and student-facing support to the DUS and CUE, and to serve as the primary contact for 200+ undergraduates. Reporting to the DAAF, the role involves curricular planning, record keeping, and general administrative tasks within a dynamic, research-driven department.

The position requires strong communication and organizational skills, with a focus on meeting