Student Employment Coordinator

12-Sep-2022

Harvard Law School

59902BR

Job Summary

Reporting to the HR Generalist, the Student Employment Coordinator will oversee the entire student hire process within Harvard Law School. This role will partner with multiple departments in order to ensure a successful and smooth hire and onboarding process.

Position Description

As a Student Employment Coordinator, you will:

• Serve as the main point of contact for all student employment processes and related inquiries
• Complete end-to-end functions of all student employment requests, including reviewing requests, determining eligibility of students, approving transactions, and appointment communications
• Ensure all hires are in compliance with the Harvard Graduate Student Union (HGSU) contract, if applicable
• Partner with multiple constituencies within HLS and Harvard to promote and uphold efficient student employment practices
• Teach and guide program assistants and faculty assistants on hiring process responsibilities, providing relevant updates as necessary
• Monitor and respond to all email inquiries regarding student employment, serving as a resource to students, staff, faculty, and alumni
• Develop and update resources to support the student hiring and onboarding processes
• Maintain the student employment website in partnership with the HR Programs Specialist

Basic Qualifications

Minimum of three years of administrative experience. Education beyond high school may count toward experience.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

We are looking for people who:

• Demonstrate a strong sense of urgency and work ethic when dealing with high volume and competing priorities
• Are committed to providing the highest level of customer service and responsiveness 
• Are highly organized and has great attention to detail
• Can handle highly confidential information with discretion and exercise good judgment
• Work well independently and within a team setting

Working Conditions

This is an in-person/on-campus position based in Cambridge, MA, with possible flexible work options.

Additional Information

We regret that Harvard Law School is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions.
All offers to be made by HLS Human Resources.
Be a part of excellence and leadership in legal education and scholarship at Harvard Law School. We are a community of talented people from diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and perspectives, dedicated to advancing the cause of justice all over the world. We value our differences and our diversity as a source of strength. We are committed to developing and inspiring our students and our workforce. Whoever you are, whatever you do, however you do it, Harvard Law School  is a place where you can thrive. 

Job Function

Faculty & Student Services, General Administration, Human Resources

Location

USA – MA – Cambridge

Job Code

404034 Coordinator I (HR)

Department

Human Resources

Union

99 – Non-Union, Confidential Non-Ex

Pre-Employment Screening

Criminal, Identity

Schedule

35h per week; M-F, 7h work day

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.

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.