Education Support Specialist I
Columbia University Irving Medical Center · New York, NY · 1 mo ago
OTHR$66k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Coordinate basic logistical needs for high-touch student events such as Orientation, Match Day, and Graduation.
- Aid in ongoing student programs and initiatives, including community-building activities, town halls, and student wellness campaigns.
- Provide administrative support for academic lifecycle tasks such as student leave documentation and reentry checklists, under the guidance of senior staff.
- Support programs such as the Student Leader Training Program and Medical Spanish Elective, including flyer prep and participant tracking.
- Assist in gathering documentation for students participating in international programs or summer research experiences.
- Maintain the accuracy of CourseWorks student resource pages and shared event calendars.
- Track and organize student service inquiries using internal systems.
- Enter and update information related to status changes, event participation, or enrollment transitions.
- Support survey dissemination, basic data entry, and maintenance of student status spreadsheets.
- Submit facilities and IT requests; track office supplies and restock as needed.
- Aid in documentation for student reimbursements, supply orders, and event purchases.
- Support documentation processes related to global travel or stipend paperwork under guidance.
- Act as the initial point of contact for all students, staff, faculty, and external visitors to the Student Affairs Office, providing prompt and professional assistance.
- Respond to inquiries by phone, email, or in person, offering accurate information or directing individuals to appropriate resources.
- Escalate urgent issues or student concerns to appropriate Student Affairs leadership when needed.
- Promote a culture of service and warmth within the Student Affairs team, maintaining discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive student matters.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education and experience required.
- Preferred qualifications include the ability to successfully prioritize multiple responsibilities and projects, a strong sense of teamwork, and familiarity with or willingness to learn learning management systems and academic databases, assessment, and central scheduling platforms.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree.
- The equivalent in education, training, and professional experience can be substituted for the degree requirement.
- Experience in providing basic student support or assisting with program coordination.
- Strong interpersonal, writing, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel.
- Basic organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks under supervision.