Student Employment Office Coordinator

22-Sep-2022

Faculty of Arts and Sciences

59854BR

Job Summary

The part-time Student Employment Office (SEO) serves thousands of students in Harvard’s academic programs and employers. The coordinator serves as an expert on student employment matters and supports administrators across the university. Additionally, this position manages the Faculty Aide Program, which awards grants to students to conduct research with faculty.

Position Description

• With the Assistant Director for Student Employment, coordinates the university-wide Faculty Aide Program (FAP). Duties include discussing eligibility, vetting applicants, managing the FAP database, and hiring and managing the payroll for students of off-campus Harvard faculty. 
• Serves as the front-line staff member for SEO questions from current students, employers, and university colleagues. 
• With the Manager of the Federal Work Study Program, manages the Harvard Student Jobs Database, including vetting and approving job postings. 
• Assists in the coordination, staffing, and development of the campus-wide Job Fair, as well as events during National Student Employment Week.

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of work experience. Education beyond high school may count toward experience.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Demonstrated ability to provide a high-level of customer service to diverse populations.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize work in in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaborate with colleagues.
• Ability to handle complex and confidential information with discretion.
• Experience with coordinating and supporting program operations and events helpful.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, collaboration tools, databases, and other systems.
• Prior financial aid or student employment experience helpful.

Physical Requirements

• Work will require sitting, near vision use for reading and computer use for extended periods of time.

Working Conditions

• This role is part-time (17.5 hours per week).
• Work is typically performed in an office setting, but may be hybrid, as directed by FAS.
• This position will be based in Cambridge, MA. Any remote work must be performed in a state in which Harvard is registered to do business (CA, CT, MA, MD, ME, NH, NY, RI, and VT).

Additional Information

In order to be considered for this position, please demonstrate basic qualifications are met in your application materials. Applicants must submit a cover letter with their resume in order for their application to be reviewed. 

This position has a 3-month orientation and review period. 

All formal offers will be made by FAS HR. 

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The Admissions, Financial Aid, and Student Employment Office of Harvard College is committed to the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. In order to recruit and admit a diverse class, as well as support students’ equitable access to educational experiences, we strive toward Harvard University’s goal of inclusive excellence. We affirm that a rich learning and working environment can only result from a diverse community where all are supported in being their authentic, true selves and empowered to contribute fully to our shared goals and achievements.

Job Function

Faculty & Student Services

Location

USA – MA – Cambridge

Job Code

404038 Coordinator II (FSS)

Department

College Admissions and Financial Aid

Union

55 – Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers

Pre-Employment Screening

Criminal, Identity

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.