Program Associate - Teachers College Columbia University : Job Details

Program AssociateJob no: 512968 Position type: Staff Location: New York Categories: Administrative/Professional, HybridPosting Summary:The Program in Music and Music Education, Teachers College, Columbia University, seeks aPart Time Program Associate to coordinate the activities of a vibrant community of musicians, teachers, and scholars.Job Summary/Basic Function:The Program in Music and Music Education, Teachers College, Columbia University, seeks aProgram Associate to coordinate the activities of a vibrant community of musicians,teachers, and scholars. This position is responsible for many aspects of program operationsincluding faculty and student support, admissions, alumni relations, marketing, eventsplanning and coordinating the initiatives and innovations of the program faculty. TheProgram Associate is the main point person for students for all program-related questions.This position reports to the Music & Music Education Program Director and Director ofAcademic Administration for the Arts & Humanities Department.CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:•Work closely with the Program Director to develop and execute academicpolicies•Manage semester course schedule and catalog updates•Provide registration support and coordinate cross-registration processeswith other Columbia schools•In conjunction with faculty, enter scholarship recommendations and enterfinancial aid awards in APEX;•Manage preparations for program orientations; develop and updateinformation packets and presentations; and student advisement guides;•Develop and maintain student database including current students andalumni;•Ensure that student files are complete and up-to date;•Oversee student outreach and communication; address student concerns,issues and questions;•Assist with alumni relations and communications;•Work together with the Department Digital Content Coordinator tomaintain/update program websites and social media outlets to support theMusic & Music Education community and ensure publicity for program events.•Prepare ad hoc materials and special projects;•Organize special events, including orientations, conferences, lectures, andguest speakers, musical concerts and workshops;•Be liaison with relevant Departmental programs and other college anduniversity offices;•Assist Department Staff with student and instructional hiring - includingpreparing job descriptions and pay ;•Other administrative duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with budget management
• Highly organized and entrepreneurial
• Must be able to work well independently and in a team environment
• Professional attitude
• Proficiency with Google Suite, as well as social media and content creation platforms (e.g., WordPress, Canva,Photoshop, Illustrator)
• Must not be a student in the Music and Music Education Program

Preferred Qualifications:

• Music or Music Education background or experience working in the arts
• Higher education administration experience
• Knowledge of Teachers College systems (Banner, ePAFs, Unimarket, Slate, Chrome River, APEX)

Salary Range:$32,500.00Work Modality:OnsiteEqual Employment OpportunityTeachers College is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community and to providing equal opportunity in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or gender expression), religion, creed, national origin, age, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Advertised: Oct 28, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: