Student Employment Coordinator

Job Description:

Under the direction of the Assistant Dean of Career Engagement, the Student Employment Coordinator supports a transformational career services team empowering artists and creative leaders to realize their career potential. Serving as a highly visible first point of contact, this role combines detailed student employment administration, accessible generalist career advising, and day-to-day operational support for the Career Center. At Berklee, your work directly supports the next generation of creative leaders.

Key Responsibilities

Student Employment Administration:

• Program Oversight: Support student employment operations across the College and Conservatory in alignment with institutional, federal, and state regulations.
• Eligibility & Compliance: Monitor student eligibility (GPA, credit load, SSA, visa requirements) and facilitate E-Verify employment verifications while maintaining accurate, confidential records.
• Student & Supervisor Support: Serve as the primary contact for inquiries regarding eligibility, hiring, onboarding, and payroll policies across virtual, email, and in-person channels.

Generalist Advising & Career Education:

• First-Line Guidance: Provide generalist career guidance via scheduled appointments, drop-in hours, and small-group sessions, referring complex inquiries to specialized Career Advisors.
• Workshop Facilitation: Deliver orientations and presentations using established career curriculum on topics like résumés, interviewing, and job-search strategies.
• Signature Events: Assist with department-wide programming and signature events, including Career Jam, the Job Expo, boot camps, and industry trips.

Operations & Center Support:

• Facility & Space Management: Coordinate room reservations, shared calendars, and physical space readiness (computers, video conferencing, furniture setup) for advising, interviews, and employer visits.
• Tech Logistics & Troubleshooting: Perform routine technology checks, maintain equipment inventories, and troubleshoot issues alongside IT, Facilities, and Public Safety.

What You'll Bring

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent combination of education/experience) plus 1–3 years of experience in student services, program administration, higher education, or career services.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Working knowledge of Federal Work-Study, student employment policies, payroll practices, and visa considerations (or the capacity to learn quickly).
• Technical Proficiency: Strong technology skills using Google Workspace, spreadsheets, and scheduling tools. Experience with Workday, Salesforce, or CRM databases is preferred.
• Core Competencies: Strong organizational and presentation skills, high emotional intelligence, and a commitment to maintaining an inclusive, student-centered environment. Foreign language skills and an interest in performing arts/creative industries are a plus.

Why Choose Berklee?

• Mission-Driven Impact: Help young artists build essential professional skills and secure foundational on-campus employment opportunities.
• Cultural Access: Enjoy nightly, unrivaled access to world-class music, theater, and dance performances across our campus venues.
• Total Rewards: Comprehensive health and dental coverage, an institutional 403(b) retirement plan with matching contributions, tuition assistance, generous PTO, and a paid winter break.

Hiring Range: $46,000 to $60,000; salary dependent on experience and education.

Please visit the Total Rewards page to learn more about our benefits.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

 

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee: 

We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.  Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Team at [email protected] or call 617-747-2375.

*Currently enrolled Berklee students are not permitted to apply for staff or faculty positions.*

Employee Type:

Staff