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Position Information
About Fordham
Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.
Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.
Title of Position Department Assistant FLSA Non-Exempt Position Number H08965 Department Corporate Relations and Initiatives Campus Rose Hill, Lincoln Center Location Onsite Hybrid Policy Please review the Hybrid Policy here. Scheduled Hours Per Week 19 Position Summary
Reporting to the Assistant Provost for Corporate Relations, the Provost Department Assistant will provide project management, high-level administrative, coordination, and operational support to the Provost's Office, with a particular focus on the Corporate Relations function.
This role will help manage projects and initiatives from planning through execution, coordinate communications and events, track timelines and deliverables, and support the day-to-day operations of corporate relations activities.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The successful candidate will be able to take direction on priorities and independently manage follow-up, coordination, and execution to keep projects moving forward.
This is a part-time position not to exceed 19 hours per week.
Essential Functions
Project Management & Coordination
Supports the planning and execution of strategic projects and initiatives, developing and maintaining project plans, timelines, task lists and key deliverables
Tracks project milestones, deadlines, dependencies and outstanding action items and proactively follows up with stakeholders to ensure work remains on track.
Supports the development and maintenance of systems and processes that improve the efficiency and organization of Corporate Relations activities
Event Planning & Execution
Provides operational support for events, both in-person and virtual
Coordinates logistics including location, vendors, technology setup, and day-of execution
Creates and coordinates event materials such as invitations, agendas, slide decks, signage, and briefing documents
Manages event timelines and ensure deliverables are met across internal and external stakeholders
Tracks RSVPs, manages guest lists, and supporst event follow-up activities
Communications & Marketing Support
Drafts initial versions of external-facing communications (e.g., marketing emails, flyers, invitations, outreach messages) based on outlines or content provided
Coordinates with design, marketing, and communications teams to support final production and distribution of materials
Essential Functions Note This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list.
The University may assign additional related duties as necessary. Additional Functions
Strategic Initiatives
Support with strategic initiatives as needed, Salesforce maintenance, and other duties as assigned
Manage calendar coordination, and meeting logistics, including room reservations and technology needs for multi-stakeholder engagements on campus
Required Qualifications: Education and Experience
High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum one year experience.
Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills
Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Excellent communication skills
High attention to detail and follow-through
Comfortable with multitasking
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams
A team player with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality
Proficiency with standard office technology and collaboration tools (e.g., Google Workspace, Microsoft Office)
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree
Experience with Salesforce or other CRM systems
Prior experience in higher education, corporate relations, events, or administrative support roles
Minimum Hourly Salary 17 Maximum Hourly Salary 25 Union Affiliation N/A
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number PT137P Number of Vacancies 1 Start Date ASAP End Date Posting Date 10/27/2026 Special Instructions EEO Statement
Fordham University is committed to excellence and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.
Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Physical Activity and Work Environment
Physical Activity
Please check the level of frequency that best describes the physical demands that are required for the position.
Sitting Often Repetitive Hand Motion (such as typing) Nearly Continuously Hearing, Listening, Talking Nearly Continuously Standing Not Required Walking Not Required Running Not Required Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, squatting, Crouching, Crawling Not Required Climbing stairs Not Required Climbing ladders Not Required Reaching overhead Not Required Pulling, pushing Not Required Shoveling Not Required Lifting - up to 20 pounds Not Required Lifting - up to 50 pounds Not Required Lifting - over 50 pounds Not Required
Work Environment
Work Environment Office Environment: Employees are protected from weather conditions or contaminants, but not necessarily occasional temperature changes.
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