Department Coordinator Math​/Computer Science

Department Coordinator for Math/Computer Science

Posting Number: S01505JP

Department: Computer Science

Bowdoin College is seeking an Academic Department Coordinator to provide administrative and clerical support to the Math and Computer Science departments.

• Respond to inquiries and requests from students, administrators, faculty, and external parties.
• Set up department and committee meetings.
• Contact students at the request of faculty.
• Order office supplies and maintain departmental office equipment.
• Manage department and program budgets: process bills using online programs, order supplies/equipment, track spending, and keep chairs informed.
• Coordinate with grants administrators on grant‑related expenses.
• Provide administrative support on faculty searches (set up and maintain candidate files, prepare correspondence, arrange travel/meeting logistics).

• Hourly rate: $26.35 per hour.
• Medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance.
• $1,000 Employee Referral Program Bonus.
• Generous retirement plan – 10.12% annual contribution (eligible after 1 year and age 26).
• Accrues up to 10 days of vacation (1st year), 15 days (2nd year).
• Accrues up to 12 days of personal/sick time.
• Paid holidays, paid parental leave (after 1 year).
• Access to college facilities (gym, pool, etc.).
• Free wellness classes.
• Additional benefits: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..html

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Solid understanding and working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, e‑mail, database, and webpage maintenance.
• Willingness and initiative to learn new computer applications.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work tasks and accomplish them efficiently and accurately.
• Knowledge of processing bills and managing accounts.
• Strong customer service skills (visitor and telephone reception).
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a one‑person office environment.

• At least 2 years of relevant office experience.
• Experience in an academic setting preferred.

• Onsite, full‑time year‑round, 40 hours/52 weeks (1.0 FTE).
• Regular schedule:
  Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in this posting to be considered for hire.

Employment at Bowdoin College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks and, regrettably, Bowdoin does not provide visa sponsorship for staff positions.

Bowdoin embraces diversity in all forms and encourages applications from candidates committed to an inclusive campus community. Founded in 1794, the College is located in Brunswick, Maine, and is a short drive from the coast, 25 miles from Portland and 120 miles from Boston.

Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination on a broad range of protected statuses.

-1cb