Sr. Coordinator, Career and Alumni Engagement

Company Description

By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.

Why join the Harvard Graduate School of Education?

The Harvard Graduate School of Education (HGSE) is a diverse community of learners, teachers, and employees who are passionate about changing the world through education and striving for maximum impact in the field of education.

Many choose to work at the Harvard Graduate School of Education because they believe in our mission and are excited by our vision for the future. We have a reputation as a great place to work, for our excellent leadership, and we are a strong community that values diversity. For more information about HGSE, its programs, research, and faculty, please visit: www.gse.harvard.edu.

Job Description

The Sr. Coordinator of Career and Alumni Engagement (CAE) will play a key support role on the CAE team at the Harvard Graduate School of Education (HGSE). Our unit’s mission is to help students and alumni thrive and engage in lifelong personal growth, professional development, and career exploration.

In partnership with CAE teammates, the Sr. Coordinator will support job search and advancement services for our 1,000+ HGSE students and 30,000+ HGSE alumni. Among other initiatives, this position will support projects related to networking initiatives, community building activities, and lifelong learning opportunities to further the mission of our School: empowering educators to enact positive change in the field in partnership with the Academic Programs and Support Services staff. Specific responsibilities include:
Job-Specific Responsibilities:

Volunteer and Event Management

• Support the work of our HGSE Alumni Council, including meeting scheduling and preparation, managing optional events, supporting new member application processes, and developing materials
• Assist in the planning, execution and promotion of on-campus, regional, and virtual HGSE events based on alumni and student needs analysis and faculty expertise
• Manage the HGSE Alumni January-Term session offerings from launching the application for alumni to submit proposals, to selection, to execution.
• Provide administrative support for recruitment events including but not limited to the annual Internship Expo, job fairs, Careers in Education alumni panels and Crimson Connect event (student-alumni networking opportunity) in partnership with CAE teammates
• As needed, contribute to HGSE-sponsored events and programs executed by campus partners

Recruitment Events and Job-Search Initiatives

• Under the direction of the Associate Director of Recruitment and Employer Relations and in coordination with the Degree Programs team, provide administrative support for the implementation of short- and long-term employer engagement strategy
• Support CAE recruitment, job-search events and alumni panels, including but not limited to registration, budget tracking, room reservations, etc.
• Oversee material generation and management for recruitment and employer engagement events including student Resume Books
• Support relevant Fellowship recruitment initiatives

Coaching and Student/Alumni Support

• Offer weekly career coaching appointments to students and alumni (~3-10 hours/weekly)
• With the Associate Director, partner with Academic Programs and Support Services staff to ensure shared understanding of student needs and transparent communication in providing cohesive, streamlined services
• Support the unique job-search needs of international and underrepresented HGSE students as well as our mid-career professionals (including Online Ed.M. in Educational Leadership students/graduates as well as doctoral students/graduates)

Communication and Employer Engagement

• Under the general direction of the Associate Director, draft and send communications to students, alumni, and employers that are relevant, accurate, and concise
• Support Course Collaborations working with specific faculty on recruiting employers and partners to engage in fieldwork activities
• Provide outreach to HGSE alumni as potential employers for HGSE graduates
• Oversee recruitment event registration and post-event evaluation processes

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience.
• This position may be required to work overtime, including some nights and weekends during peak times of the academic year.
• Any candidate wishing to be considered must submit a cover letter in addition to their resume.

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelor’s degree preferred. Prior work in higher education a plus, particularly in career services or employer relations. Demonstrated ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders with a commitment to equity and inclusion. Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and time management skills. Excellent attention to detail and commitment to outstanding service. Willingness to provide ground-level support as needed, including at night and/or on weekends during busy periods.

Additional Information

• Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week
• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre-Employment Screening: Identity

Work Format Details

This is a position that is based at a Harvard campus location with some remote work options available. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). 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 055. 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, sex, ethnicity, color, national origin, 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.