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OFFICE COORDINATOR, College of Arts & Sciences, Biology

Inside Higher Ed, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298

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Overview

Office Coordinator, College of Arts & Sciences, Biology — Boston University. The role acts as the primary and first point of contact for visitors to the Biology Department's main administrative office and provides essential administrative support for the department's teaching and research operations. Responsibilities

Act as primary contact point for visitors, incoming phone calls, emails, website submissions, and students and faculty to the Biology Department main office. Filter and disseminate materials and information in a timely, professional manner to the appropriate destination. Prepare and maintain department information lists for interdepartmental use; ensure smooth operation of the front desk. Provide administrative support for the Biology Department's large teaching and research operations, particularly the undergraduate program; address inquiries or route them to appropriate staff, faculty, or central units. Assist visitors with inquiries and support departmental events, deliveries, and scheduling (e.g., room reservations). Maintain departmental databases and assist with ordering supplies; handle mail sorting and basic operations. Supervise Work-Study students and ensure operational procedures and etiquette are followed; disseminate accurate information to department stakeholders. Qualifications

Associates Degree required; 1–3 years of relevant work experience. Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills; ability to work independently and prioritize tasks with tact and discretion. Ability to follow up until issues are resolved across broad and varying activities. Additional Information

The Biology department is a large, collaborative environment that values diversity and inclusion. A cover letter is required for consideration. EEO statement: We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, marital status, parental status, or veteran status. This is a full-time/regular position located in Boston, MA.

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