Carnegie Mellon University’s Dietrich College is searching for a Program Coordinator to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in an interesting and challenging work environment. You will contribute to the department by providing administration and daily operations of the program office. This is a part-time, fixed-term position anticipated to work 10 hours/week.
Core responsibilities include:
Program Administration: Assist the Program Director with phone calls, scheduling, correspondence, and day-to-day administrative operations. Coordinate logistics for faculty, students, and program mentors. In the Director's absence, serve as the primary point of contact for the program.
Program Communications: Serve as the primary point of contact for vendors, external inquiries, internship hosts, mentors, and other program partners. Maintain clear, professional communication with internal and external stakeholders to support program operations.
Student Services: Serve as the first point of contact for students, providing support with orientation and transition needs, including housing, cultural adjustment, transportation, banking, healthcare, and other student-related concerns.
Financial Administration: Manage the program's financial administrative processes, including processing invoices, coordinating rent payments, managing vendor transactions, monitoring expenditures, and tracking budgets.
Event & Logistics Coordination: Plan, coordinate, and execute program events, guest lectures, travel arrangements, meetings, and other activities by managing schedules, reservations, and logistical details.
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Adaptability, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within Carnegie Mellon University. We are in search of a team member who can effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.
Qualifications:
Associate’s degree required
1-3 years of administrative experience required
A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.
Requirements:
Successful completion of a pre-employment background check
Additional Information:
Sponsorship: Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work for CMU in the United States. CMU will not sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. Carnegie Mellon is not a qualifying employer for the STEM OPT benefit: only the 12-month OPT may be used to work at Carnegie Mellon.
This is a part-time (10 hours/week), non-exempt position based in Los Angeles, CA
In accordance with the pay transparency legislation set forth by CA the corresponding salary range for this position, if placed in CA starts at $30/hour
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the applicable local and California state law.
Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.
Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.
Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!
For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our Benefits page.
At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it’s about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.
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Location
Los AngelesJob Function
Academic Program Support and CoordinationPosition Type
Staff – Fixed Term (Fixed Term)Full Time/Part time
Part timePay Basis
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