Position Summary: |
The SGC (Shevat Glaubach Career) Coordinator and Executive Assistant will have responsibility for a wide range of administrative and executive support-related tasks while working independently with little or no supervision. |
Position Responsibilities: |
- Represent the SGC as the first point of contact on the Beren Campus. This role is positioned/seated at the front desk while the Center is open, and is the first to have contact with students, administration, senior staff, and anyone entering the Center.
- Independently research, solve, and prioritize incoming SGC issues and determine appropriate course of action, referral, and/or response.
- Respond within the same business day to all emails and calls, with urgent matters immediately brought to the attention of senior management.
- Maintain calendars, make travel arrangements, and update pending commitments and appointments for the Assistant Vice President and Executive Director.
- Prepare meeting documents needed by AVPED.
- Assist in overseeing the SGC Operational budget as requested. Process reimbursements, create purchase orders, classify the P-Card purchases, reclassify incorrectly assigned charges, and pay vendors accordingly.
- Maintain purposeful contact with those waiting to receive payments, keeping them abreast of the timeline of payment.
- Manage special projects/programs, some of which may have University-wide impact.
- Complete new staff and student worker electronic paperwork and departing staff and student workers; request technological access for applicable platforms for new hires. Assist in the onboarding of new hires.
- Track departmental vacation and sick time, ensuring that requested time off is reflected on departmental calendars.
- Assist with administrative requirements as requested.
- Coordinate the ordering of all pantry and office supplies for the Beren campus office.
- Liaise with ITS, facilities, mailroom, production, dining services, and any other YU department as needed to support the day-to-day functions of the SGC.
- Maintain both data and databases as needed, to include, but not be limited to, Symplicity (the career services manager), first destination data, satisfaction survey data, and Parent Forum communication.
- Maintain the professionalism of the SGC brand with consistently positive communication with students, alumni, faculty, staff, and anyone communicating or partnering with the SGC.
- Assist with SGC marketing efforts, consisting of contributing to the SGC newsletter, supporting the website with updates and content editing as assigned, managing student success initiatives when needed, and creating flyers using Canva as requested.
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Experience & Education Background: |
- Bachelor’s Degree required,
- Master's degree preferred, or experience working in a setting within higher education.
- 1-2 years of progressively responsible experience.
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Skills & Competencies: |
- Must possess strong knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, have the technological acumen needed to adapt to multiple software applications, and possess the strategic thinking ability needed to adopt modern technology as needed to enhance productivity.
- Must demonstrate discretion, confidentiality, good judgment, initiative, and attention to detail.
- Needs to be able to problem-solve and suggest solutions before seeking guidance on how to manage queries and tasks.
- Must be able to effectively track time and resources to prioritize assignments and complete work on time. This is not a position where reminders are given.
- Must possess strong customer service, communication, and organizational skills; May be required to work independently and produce quality work from conception to completion on assigned projects.
- May be required to work occasional evening hours or on weekends, depending on the recruiting calendar and needs of the students.
- Must maintain a professional presence aligned with expectations and perceptions of a career-focused office within Academic Affairs.
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Salary Range: |
$67,000 - $68,500 |
About Us: |
Yeshiva University is dedicated to academic excellence, intellectual exploration, and the advancement of timeless values that shape and impact lives. With a rich tradition rooted in Jewish thought and heritage, YU fosters a dynamic learning environment across its undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools. Our mission is to cultivate the next generation of leaders who will contribute meaningfully to society, guided by a commitment to ethics, innovation, and service. Our community extends far beyond the classroom, encompassing thousands of students, faculty, staff, and more than 70,000 alumni and supporters worldwide, all working together to build a brighter future.
As a Yeshiva University employee, you will be part of a welcoming, diverse, and intellectually engaging community that values collaboration, excellence, and professional growth. We offer a supportive and stimulating workplace with tangible employee benefits, opportunities for advancement, and a strong sense of purpose. Beyond professional development, YU is committed to ensuring a high quality of life for its employees, offering a work environment that prioritizes well-being, work-life balance, and a culture of mutual respect. Every role at YU contributes to our broader mission of education, research, and societal impact, ensuring that all members of our community—students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends—are inspired to make a difference. We invite you to bring your talent and passion to YU and join us in shaping the future.
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Equal Employment Opportunity: |
Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to all employees and candidates without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. |