Administrative Coordinator, School of Nursing Graduate Programs

About the Opportunity

Administrative Coordinator, School of Nursing Graduate Programs

The Administrative Coordinator will report directly to the Assistant Dean of Graduate Programs and subsequently to the Director of the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Nursing Program and the Director of the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Program as well as other programs as assigned. Duties will include management, support, and independent activities to provide efficient operation of the School of Nursing’s graduate programs. The individual will function as a team member in conjunction with faculty, students, administration, staff and will assist with Nursing events. The Administrative Coordinator will oversee the internal operations of these programs and will establish and maintain administrative systems to ensure efficient functioning of these programs within the School of Nursing. This person will enable the Assistant Dean and Directors to maintain broad oversight of constituent business related to students, faculty, practice partners, and alumni affairs. Other activities include but are not limited to coordinating admissions, progression in the program, and graduation activities by interfacing with other units within the university. The primary objective of this position is to assist the School of Nursing in fulfilling its mission and achieve its goals.

Qualifications:

Associate's Degree or post High School education with 3-5 years of professional administrative experience required. Bachelor's Degree preferred. Higher education experience a plus and/or experience working in a large organization or company interfacing with many departments.

Technical skills: Must be efficient with advanced computer knowledge in using Microsoft Office 365 to include Word and Excel with 2 or more years' experience with additional program and application systems.

Organization skills: must have excellent organizational skills and be able to prioritize with multiple tasks and can work independently. Due to the varying levels at which this role must operate, self-direction, flexibility, a hands-on approach, project management and the ability to manage several initiatives and tasks simultaneously are critical for success. Interpersonal skills: Should possess excellent communications skills, including verbal and written with editing experience. Must possess exemplary customer service orientation and demonstrate the ability to communicate at all professional levels. 

Position Type

General Administration

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.  

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.  

Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff.  Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion. 

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other  characteristic protected by applicable law.

To learn more about Northeastern University’s commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see www.northeastern.edu/diversity.