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Program Operations Specialist

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In-Office
Boston, MA, USA
49K-67K Annually
Entry level
In-Office
Boston, MA, USA
49K-67K Annually
Entry level
Manage student organization recognition and resources, administer the Engage/Campus Groups platform, support registration and recognition processes, oversee Student Organization Suite operations (space reservations, inventory, mail/packages, rentals), supervise consultants, and improve customer service and operational efficiency. Report to the Assistant Director of Program Operations.
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About the Opportunity

Description:
The Program Operations Specialist helps facilitate internal processes within the Program Operations team. You will thus ensure that administrative elements associated with student organization recognition and resources are maintained. You will help us manage the Engage/Campus Groups student organization platform for the CSI team and recognized student organizations. You will support the New Student Organization Recognition Process through performing the initial review of applications, guiding, supporting, and mentoring applicants, and advising the Student Organization Approvals Board through the undergraduate Student Government and the VP of Student Affairs within the Graduate Student Government. You will manage the bi-annual registration process for all recognized student organizations and will serve as the Program Manager for those with Tentative and Preliminary Recognition status, ensuring the student organization is knowledgeable of CSI and university-wide policies, protocols, and expectations.
You will support the operations of the Student Organization Suite with the Assistant Director of Program Operations. You will help us manage all administrative tasks within the space, including event space reservations, the inventory of program/event materials, assigning and distributing rental items for student programs, student organization mail and package management, and storage space/locker reservation processes. You will manage the student organization consultants to provide engagement opportunities for student organizations. You will help us explore methods that increase and enhance customer service, operational efficiency, and co-curricular opportunities for student engagement through the Student Organization Suite. You will report to the Assistant Director of Program Operations for Recognition and Resources.
 

Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree
Desired Qualifications:
1+ years experience in customer service related field
Master's Degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, or similar
1+ years of experience with college students or project management experience as a student or professional
 

Position Criteria:

These are the criteria that the hiring team will evaluate you on:

  • Commitment to creating an inclusive and equitable environment

  • Demonstrated history of systemic and logical thinking with a focus on customer service

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.  

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.

Compensation Grade/Pay Type:

106S

Expected Hiring Range:

$48,610.00 - $66,838.75

With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.

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360 Huntington Ave, , , , Boston, MA , United States, 02115-5005

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