Administrative Coordinator

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Harvard Law School’s Office of the Dean seeks an Administrative Coordinator to perform a wide range of administrative duties requiring discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team in a high profile, fast-paced environment.

As the Administrative Coordinator, you will: 

• Support the day-to-day operations of the Dean’s Office by serving as a primary point of contact for phone, email, and in-person inquiries. Help foster a welcoming and professional office environment. 
• Provide primary calendar and administrative support to one Dean’s Office principal and backup support to other Dean's Office principals, requiring coordination of competing scheduling priorities.  
• Coordinate financial transactions for the Dean’s Office, including Concur reimbursements, B2P vendor invoices, and PCard and corporate card reconciliations, using Harvard's financial systems. 
• Process incoming and outgoing mail and other routine office correspondence. 
• Maintain administrative files and records and safeguard confidential information. 
• Order and maintain office supplies and arrange for office equipment maintenance and servicing. 
• Support Dean's Office meetings and events by coordinating assigned logistics, including room reservations, catering, audiovisual arrangements, meeting materials, and travel reimbursements. 
• Assist with special projects and perform other duties as assigned. 

Basic Qualifications

3 or more years of experience in office administration or related field (business environment and/or customer service). Education beyond high school may count toward experience. 

Additional Qualifications and Skills

We are looking for people who have: 

• Effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.  
• Demonstrated organizational skills and the ability to prioritize competing demands and meet deadlines.  
• Sound judgment, initiative, and attention to detail.  
• Commitment to providing responsive and professional customer service.  
• Ability to handle sensitive situations with confidentiality, professionalism, tact, and diplomacy.  
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook. 

Standard Hours/Schedule: 40 hours per week; Full-time, M-F. Hours 8:30am-5:30pm preferred.  

Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position

Pre-Employment Screening: Identity

Other Information:

All offers are made by HLS Human Resources.

Work Format Details

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that some of the duties and responsibilities can be effectively performed at a non-Harvard location. The work schedule and location will be set by the department at its discretion and based upon operational needs. When not working at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location, employees in hybrid positions must work in a Harvard registered state in compliance with the University’s Policy on Employment Outside of Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 054. Please visit  Harvard's Salary Ranges  to view the corresponding salary range and related information. 

Benefits

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to: 

• Generous paid time off including parental leave 
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one 
• Retirement plans with university contributions 
• Wellbeing and mental health resources 
• Support for families and caregivers 
• Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement 
• Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks 

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page. 

EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard's academic purposes.

Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university's non-discrimination policy. Harvard's equal employment opportunity policy and non-discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.