Disseminates and enforces venue scheduling and use policies for
these rooms.
Assists in maintaining calendar program for all spaces in the
Complex, coordinating with the Program Manager and the FAS
Classrooms Office to ensure accurate schedules.
Prints and posts room schedules bi-weekly.
Maintains access lists, contracts, access, and keys for
specialized music rehearsal spaces.
Coordinates Lowell Lecture Hall application process for
academic year student performance slots.
Directs students and general inquiries to other University
resources for arts and activity venues as necessary.
Assists Program Manager with Sanders Theatre rental inquiries
and materials.
Maintains and updates FileMaker database used by programming
and production sub departments.
Collaborates with senior management on special projects,
including Office for the Arts events in Memorial Hall, annual
cross-campus events including Arts Fest and other departmental
projects as needed, principally organizing and coordinating
information flow between department clients and Harvard service
providers.
Administers daily administrative office opening and closing
procedures. The Memorial Hall Administrative Office is open from
10am to 6pm.
Fields phone calls, emails, walk-in business, and visitors.
Maintains a welcoming environment for all.
Ensures timely communication of information between Facility,
Programming, Production and Box Office sub departments as
needed.
Assists in communicating department information and policies to
students, faculty, staff, and community participants of the
Complex’s activities.
Updates web pages using CampusPress platform.
Administers office supplies and equipment including
administrative service vendors.
Administers student locker assignments and annual
renewals.
Administers and reconciles lost and found service each
season.
Distributes mail, processes shipping, and accepts
deliveries.
Processes financial transactions using Buy2Pay, Concur, Credit
Voucher systems and check deposits, maintaining transactional
records and complying with university requirements and government
regulations.
Provides reports for non-personnel operating budgets and
special projects, tracking costs against budgets.
Submits facility work requests into PRESTO dispatch
system.
Works with Production Manager and Building Manager to program
ID cards in door access system and programs access times for the
department’s facilities.
Special Projects as determined by the department.
Working Conditions:
The work schedule and location will be set by the department at its
discretion and based upon operational needs and objectives and
consistent with College Policy, which requires 5 days on-site in
Cambridge, MA during term time (first day of classes through
commencement), with the exception of student breaks. When not
working at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location, employees in
hybrid positions must work in a Harvard registered state in
compliance with the University’s Policy on
Employment Outside of Massachusetts .
Additional details about the College policy will be discussed
during the interview process. Certain visa types and funding
sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work
location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Three years’ related experience in office administration
required
Additional Qualifications and Skills:
- Office administration in arts administration and/or higher
education preferred.
- Excellent communication skills
- Interpersonal skills and cross-departmental relationship
holding required.
- Experience with venue scheduling and scheduling software
(specifically Accruent EMS).
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
- Knowledge of Adobe Suite.
- Experience with financial administration. Knowledge of Harvard
systems preferred.
- Proven ability to work within a university setting,
particularly in a multi-function facility or a performance
environment as well as the ability to interact with both students
and professionals.
- Some experience with web page development tools.
- Experience with reviewing policy and procedures to suggest
revisions and updates.
- Event management experience preferred.
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, Education
Work Format Details
This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that
all duties and responsibilities must be performed at a Harvard or
Harvard-designated location. Certain visa types may limit work
location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship
requirements prior to employment.
Salary Grade and Ranges
This position is salary grade level 054. 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 .
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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
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basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, veteran status, 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
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community members participate fully in work and campus life free
from harassment and discrimination.