Program Coordinator, College of Arts & Sciences, Student Life Join the Pre-professional Advising Office team as the Program Coordinator. The Program Coordinator provides essential administrative support and management for an office that supports thousands of pre-health and pre-law students and alumni from all undergraduate schools and colleges at Boston University.

Overview Established in 1873, Arts and Sciences is Boston University's largest and most academically diverse unit, with extensive programs and services to support students, faculty, and staff. We offer generous benefits, including health, dental, and life insurance, tuition remission, retirement savings, paid time off, and holiday leave.

Key Responsibilities

Assist students, alumni, parents, faculty, and staff who contact or visit the office by responding to inquiries, scheduling appointments, directing visitors to resources, and coordinating with advisors as needed.

Assist in overseeing a team of student employees, including the hiring process.

Maintain students' electronic and paper records with a high degree of confidentiality; manage office resources and reference materials available in the office and online.

Support advisors with professional school application materials and processes.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Associate’s degree required; bachelor’s degree and at least one year of related experience preferred.

Outstanding customer service and interpersonal skills to interact with students, alumni, staff, faculty, prospective families, and guests.

Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Strong problem-solving skills and initiative to address questions and follow up on concerns.

Excellent communication and writing skills; keen attention to detail.

Effective time management and organizational skills to handle multiple tasks amid interruptions.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Zoom, online scheduling and productivity systems (e.g., Handshake, Blackboard, Appointy, Canva), website maintenance (WordPress), and cloud-based software (Google Workspace) or ability to learn quickly.

Additional Information A cover letter is required for consideration. The Pre-Professional Advising Office is committed to diversity and inclusion and to supporting BU’s institutional commitment to an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment for all constituents.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy, marital or parental status, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Application Instructions For internal applicants, see the Apply section on this page. External applicants should apply via the BU job site provided in the posting.

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