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Harvard University Student Affairs Coordinator in Cambridge, Massachusetts
66093BRAuto req ID:66093BRJob Code:403134 Coordinator I Department Office Location:USA - MA - Boston Business Title:Student Affairs CoordinatorSub-Unit:------------ Salary Grade (https://hr.harvard.edu/salary-ranges#ranges) :054Time Status:Full-time Union:55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers Basic Qualifications:Three or more years related experience required. Higher education may count towards years of experience.Additional Qualifications and Skills:
College degree strongly preferred.
Experience with higher education administration preferred.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Prior event management experience a plus.
Keen attention to detail and strong critical thinking skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe suite.
Additional Information:The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.
Please note that we are currently conducting a majority of interviews and onboarding remotely and virtually. We appreciate your understanding.
The Harvard Medical School is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
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Job Function:General Administration Position Description:Reporting to the Executive Director, the Student Affairs Coordinator joins a dynamic team that provides support to approximately 700 PhD students in the six Division of Medical Sciences (DMS) programs. DMS aims to educate, mentor, and inspire a diverse community of students in the biomedical sciences to become the next generation of leaders and innovators who will advance knowledge and address the emerging challenges of health and human welfare.
Job responsibilities include:
Student Groups and Events
Provides administration and leadership to student groups and organizations.
Works closely with BGSO student group and GSAS Student Center Fellows to plan community events for DMS students.
Assists with planning commencement and orientation activities, and supports special projects and events throughout the year.
Alumni Relations
In collaboration with the Student and Alumni Engagement Administrator, works with 4,000 DMS alumni to create opportunities for networking, career exploration and internship experiences for current students.
Maintains the alumni outcomes database.
Plans and executes alumni events. Contributes to an alumni newsletter and alumni webpage. Serves as a resource and point of contact for DMS alumni.
Fellowships
Contributes to management of supplementary financial benefits/opportunities for students and internal fellowships, including but not limited to the DMS childcare scholarship, various fellowship application cycles, and the GSAS professional development fund.
Administers the Ryan Fellowship and plans the retreat.
Collaborates with DMS Finance team to allocate gift funds appropriately to students.
Neuroscience Program Support
Will work in close collaboration and partnership with the Program in Neuroscience (PiN) Administrator to develop initiatives that support that enhance the PiN student experience.
Assists with monitoring the academic progress of PiN students and plans PiN events including orientation, student retreat and admissions.
Student Affairs Coordination
- Contributes to other student affairs related projects and initiatives including but not limited to responding to prospective student inquires and maintaining faculty and student records.
School/Unit:Harvard Medical School EEO Statement:We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging:We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace culture of faculty, staff, and students with diverse backgrounds, styles, abilities, and motivations. We appreciate and leverage the capabilities, insights, and ideas of all individuals. Harvard Medical School Mission and Community Values (https://hms.harvard.edu/about-hms/campus-culture/mission-statement-community-values)
https://hms.harvard.edu/about-hms/campus-culture/mission-community-values-diversity-statement Benefits:We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:
Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.
Work Format:Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote) LinkedIn Recruiter Tag (for internal use only):#LI-WG1Work Format Details:This is a hybrid position that is based in Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.
