Administrative Coordinator

The Administrative Coordinator plays an essential role in the Department of Mathematics by providing support related to administrative, academic, and financial functions. The coordinator has a comprehensive understanding of university financial policies and procedures and is often the first point of contact for faculty, students, and visitors. Responsibilities and tasks include limits on processing financial transactions, managing room reservation requests, purchasing and maintenance requests, as well as coordinating all major department events and conferences. The coordinator also manages alumni and enrollment databases, and department publicity, including general updating of the department website.

Education and Experience:

Associate's degree required with a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or equivalent college degree and no prior experience.

• Must have strong financial and analytical skills.
• Effective communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Initiative and ability to work independently
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Experience in an academic setting preferred.
• Strong level of computer proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and/or Workday (is a plus).

All offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background check and/or education verification satisfactory to Brown University.

Why Brown?

Brown University is a leading research university that is distinguished by its student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty, and staff are driven by the idea that their work will impact the world.

Brown University offers a flexible work/life balance, summer hours, winter break, and a comprehensive Benefits package, including time off and annual paid holidays. Benefit offerings include health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts, and more.  Read more about the benefits of working at Brown here.

The designated Position Work Location for each position determines the approved modality of work. Positions are classified based on the operational and business needs of the department and may be designated as on-site, hybrid, or remote.

Employees with a designated position work location as remote must reside and perform their work in a state where Brown University is registered to do business. Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C.

Please note that to be considered for a staff position at Brown University, you must submit a separate application for each position you wish to be considered for. Applications are reviewed only for the specific position to which they are submitted and are not automatically considered for future openings.  

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.

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