Graduate Studies Administrative Coordinator

Location

New York, NY

Job

# of Openings: 1

is currently seeking candidates for the position of Graduate Studies Administrative Coordinator.

Founded in 1939 and located in midtown Manhattan, LIM College is focused on the global business of fashion and lifestyle. Offering master’s, bachelor’s, and associate degree programs, LIM prepares students for career success via an immersive approach grounded in real-world experience and learning by doing required internships. LIM College’s commitment to excellence in business education ensures graduates are sought after by a wide range of employers, as evidenced by a Career Outcomes Rate of 96% for the Class of 2022.

Alumni excel throughout all areas of fashion and lifestyle and have gone on to work for companies such as Chanel, Gucci, Alexander McQueen, Ross Stores, The Financial Times, Ulta Beauty, Google, Saks Fifth Avenue, Cannabis Creative, and The National Football League.

The Admin Coordinator for Graduate Studies serves as a key support role within the department, ensuring the smooth execution of daily operations, events, and initiatives. This position is responsible for coordinating administrative functions, managing departmental communications, supervising student workers (as applicable), and providing logistical support for programs. The Admin Coordinator oversees scheduling, data management, and event planning, working closely with faculty, students, and external stakeholders to foster engagement and operational excellence.

Additionally, this role supports student success through proactive follow-up, contributes to sustainability initiatives, and maintains accurate records and reports to inform strategic decisions. The Admin Coordinator demonstrates professionalism, organizational efficiency, and a collaborative approach to advancing the mission of Graduate Studies.

$46,000 - $48,000/Annually

• Coordinate all administrative functions for the Graduate Studies department, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and efficient workflows.
• Manage departmental communications, including responding to inquiries from students, faculty, alumni, and external stakeholders.
• Serve as a liaison for interdepartmental collaborations and initiatives, maintaining strong relationships with other college offices such as Student Life, Institutional Advancement, and Admissions.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Oversee the planning, execution, and evaluation of Graduate Studies programs and initiatives, including:
• Graduate Speaker Series:
  Manage speaker outreach, event logistics, communication, and on-site support.
• THREAD Program:
  Facilitate program communications, student-brand collaborations, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Alumni/Graduate Mixers:
  Coordinate outreach and invitation management.
• Master Classes:
  Coordinate details of speaker engagements, and conduct post-event evaluations.

• Support the development and operational execution of the Graduate Residency, including scheduling, faculty coordination, and on-site program support.
• Develop and manage operational workflows for program assessments, including creating and distributing surveys, and organizing preliminary data analysis to support decision-making.
• Monitor student performance through tools like Dropout Detective, conducting follow-ups and providing support to ensure academic success.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Organize and oversee all logistics for department events, including scheduling, venue preparation, resource allocation, and day-of-event operations.
• Assist in preparing forms for the Registrar’s Office and coordinate textbook requests to ensure program materials are updated and accessible.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Supervise and provide guidance to student workers (if applicable), including scheduling, assigning tasks, and ensuring high-quality output.
• Oversee the recruitment, onboarding,…