04-Oct-2022
Faculty of Arts and Sciences
59374BR
Job Summary
Reporting to the Assistant Director of Financial Aid, Natural Sciences in the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences.
Position Description
Provide comprehensive support for a wide range of complex administrative tasks in a busy office. Provide general information on admissions and financial aid policies and procedures to students, staff, departments. Respond to a variety of financial aid inquiries from students. Manage student records and files; update database information. Assist with production of reports on federal funds expenditures and reports to major fellowships institutions. Edit and update financial aid forms, publications, and other materials. Process applications, coordinate admissions process activities. Coordinate early arrival process. Maintain calendars and schedule meetings. May provide back-up as needed for other areas of admissions and financial aid; makes on-campus deliveries. Related job duties as required.
Basic Qualifications
College background with at least two years' work experience in an office environment.
Additional Qualifications and Skills
B.A. preferred with 3 years related office experience. Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communications skills. Highly positive customer service attitude with ability to interact professionally with a variety of constituents. Ability to handle a high volume of complex tasks and projects within deadlines is essential. Ability to respond with flexibility to shifting priorities; must work independently and as a team player. Solid understanding of financial principles; proven experience working with financial issues; meticulous attention to detail. Strong computer skills required; knowledge of Harvard or FAS a plus.
Working Conditions
This position will be based in Cambridge, MA and will require a weekly on-campus presence.
Additional Information
COVID Vaccine Policy: The University requires all Harvard community members to be fully vaccinated (primary series) against COVID-, as detailed in Harvard’s Vaccine & Booster Information. Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons. More information regarding the University’s COVID vaccination requirement, exemptions, and verification of vaccination status may be found at the University’s “COVID-19 Vaccine Information” webpage: http://www.harvard.edu/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine-information/ .
Job Function
General Administration
Location
USA - MA - Cambridge
Job Code
403033 Staff Assistant III
Department
Graduate School of Arts and Sciences
Union
55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers
Pre-Employment Screening
Identity
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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