Admissions Events & Operations Coordinator

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Bowdoin College is hiring an Admissions Events & Operations Coordinator. The Coordinator manages daily operations of the Admissions Office, organizes events and programs using the Slate CRM, handles communications, supervises student workers, and supports various administrative tasks to ensure office efficiency.

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Support and coordinate admissions events, programs, and operations using Slate CRM
Provide logistical planning and act as a liaison across campus
Manage materials, mailings, phone calls, and email responses
Recruit, train, and supervise student workers
Perform administrative projects to maintain office operations
Proficiency in MS Office and ability to quickly learn new technologies
Require high school diploma or GED; some college coursework preferred
Minimum two years administrative experience, preferably in academics; event coordination highly preferred
Compensation range: $22.25-$23.45 per hour
Full-time (0.94 FTE), year-round position with benefits including health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and access to campus facilities

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Title	Admissions Events & Operations Coordinator
Posting Number	S01564JP
Department	Admissions Office
Job Summary	The Admissions Department Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the Admissions Office. Reporting directly to the Admissions Operations Manager, this position combines exceptional customer service with strong organizational and administrative skills. The Coordinator is responsible for: supporting and coordinating events, programs, and operational functions of the Division through use of the admissions CRM (Slate); providing logistical planning, serving as a cross-campus liaison, and managing materials and mailings; answering phone calls and responding to emails; recruiting, training, and supervising student workers; supporting a range of administrative projects that keep the office running efficiently. The compensation range for this position is expected to be: $22.25-23.45 per hour Benefits, and Perks: A variety of health insurance plans (Medical – effective date of hire, Vision, Dental) Generous Retirement Plan – 10.12% annual compensation contribution (Eligible after 1 year of service and age 26), no match or vesting required! Life and Disability Insurance Paid Time Off: 10 days of vacation (1st year), 15 days (2nd year), 12 days of personal/sick time (PTO accruals based on hours worked). Paid Holidays and Special Days Off Paid Parental Leave (Available after one year of service) Access to many of the College’s facilities including the gym and pool (Including household members) Free fitness and wellness classes And more: https://www.bowdoin.edu/hr/benefits-perks/index.html
Education/Skills Requirements	High school diploma or GED required; some college coursework preferred Advanced proficiency in MS Office and the proven ability and initiative to learn technology Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, coordinate projects efficiently, and maintain accurate and organized data Ability to be flexible and solutions-oriented, with a creative approach to serving varied stakeholder groups Ability to anticipate future needs, prioritize effectively, and drive work forward independently
Experience Requirements and/or Equivalents	Two years of experience in an administrative support role, preferably in an academic setting Experience in reception and/or event coordination highly preferred Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in this posting to be considered for hire.
Standard Work Days and Hours	This is an on-site, full-time year-round position (0.94 FTE) working 37.5 hours per week from Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Employment at Bowdoin College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks including but not limited to: criminal records, educational verifications, driving records (when job-related), and/or credit history (when job related). We regret that Bowdoin College is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions. #bcindeed
About Bowdoin	Bowdoin embraces diversity in all forms, and the College is home to talented students, faculty and staff—with a variety of racial, ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds; religious beliefs; and gender identities, among other factors. We encourage applications from candidates committed to the support of an inclusive campus community and those who will enrich and contribute to the College’s multifaceted diversity. We value a community in which individuals of all backgrounds are warmly welcomed and encouraged to succeed. Founded in 1794, Bowdoin has maintained its commitment to the liberal arts for well over 200 years. Bowdoin’s reputation as a preeminent liberal arts college rests on the excellence of its faculty, students, and staff; intimate size; strong sense of community; and connections to the people, history, and natural beauty of Maine. Bowdoin’s campus is situated in a beautiful natural setting. Located in Brunswick, Maine, a town of approximately 20,000, the College is a short drive from the Maine coast, twenty-five miles from Portland and 120 miles from Boston.
Shift	N/A
Employment Category	Full Time Year Round
FTE	0.94
Benefits Eligible	Yes
Pay Type	Hourly
Background Check Package Requirements	Support Staff
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Bowdoin vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?	No
Is a pre-placement physical required for this position?	No
Posting Date	07/01/2026
Applications Accepted Until
Open Until Filled	No
Type of Posting	Internal/External
Special Instructions to Applicants	If selected as a finalist, you will be required to submit information for three references, including name, email address, phone number and how you know the reference.
EEO Information	Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or against qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities on the basis of disability, or any other legally protected statuses.

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* How did you hear about this position?
- Indeed.com
- Chronicle of Higher Education
- Diverse Issues in Higher Ed
- Facebook
- Glassdoor
- Google Search
- HigherEdJobs.com
- InsideHigherEd.com
- LinkedIn
- Twitter
- MANP
- Maine Job Link
- LiveandWorkinMaine.com
- Employee Referral
- Bowdoin College Website
- Radio Ad
- TechMaine
- NCAA
- CASE
- Other
If you answered Employee Referral or Other, please specify here:
(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume / Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or against qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities on the basis of disability, or any other legally protected statuses.

Confidential arrangements will be made if you have a disability or require an accommodation in completing the application or in the interview process. Please notify Human Resources at (207) 725-3837 in advance so all necessary arrangements can be made confidentially.

Staff & Casual contact:
[email protected]

Faculty contact:
[email protected]

(t)207-725-3837
216 Maine Street, Brunswick, ME 04011

Bowdoin College is a member of the Diversity Hiring Coalition of Maine, and Live and Work in Maine.

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

If selected as a finalist, you will be required to submit information for three references, including name, email address, phone number and how you know the reference.

Posting Details

Title	Admissions Events & Operations Coordinator
Posting Number	S01564JP
Department	Admissions Office
Job Summary	The Admissions Department Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the Admissions Office. Reporting directly to the Admissions Operations Manager, this position combines exceptional customer service with strong organizational and administrative skills. The Coordinator is responsible for: supporting and coordinating events, programs, and operational functions of the Division through use of the admissions CRM (Slate); providing logistical planning, serving as a cross-campus liaison, and managing materials and mailings; answering phone calls and responding to emails; recruiting, training, and supervising student workers; supporting a range of administrative projects that keep the office running efficiently. The compensation range for this position is expected to be: $22.25-23.45 per hour Benefits, and Perks: A variety of health insurance plans (Medical – effective date of hire, Vision, Dental) Generous Retirement Plan – 10.12% annual compensation contribution (Eligible after 1 year of service and age 26), no match or vesting required! Life and Disability Insurance Paid Time Off: 10 days of vacation (1st year), 15 days (2nd year), 12 days of personal/sick time (PTO accruals based on hours worked). Paid Holidays and Special Days Off Paid Parental Leave (Available after one year of service) Access to many of the College’s facilities including the gym and pool (Including household members) Free fitness and wellness classes And more: https://www.bowdoin.edu/hr/benefits-perks/index.html
Education/Skills Requirements	High school diploma or GED required; some college coursework preferred Advanced proficiency in MS Office and the proven ability and initiative to learn technology Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, coordinate projects efficiently, and maintain accurate and organized data Ability to be flexible and solutions-oriented, with a creative approach to serving varied stakeholder groups Ability to anticipate future needs, prioritize effectively, and drive work forward independently
Experience Requirements and/or Equivalents	Two years of experience in an administrative support role, preferably in an academic setting Experience in reception and/or event coordination highly preferred Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in this posting to be considered for hire.
Standard Work Days and Hours	This is an on-site, full-time year-round position (0.94 FTE) working 37.5 hours per week from Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Employment at Bowdoin College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks including but not limited to: criminal records, educational verifications, driving records (when job-related), and/or credit history (when job related). We regret that Bowdoin College is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions. #bcindeed
About Bowdoin	Bowdoin embraces diversity in all forms, and the College is home to talented students, faculty and staff—with a variety of racial, ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds; religious beliefs; and gender identities, among other factors. We encourage applications from candidates committed to the support of an inclusive campus community and those who will enrich and contribute to the College’s multifaceted diversity. We value a community in which individuals of all backgrounds are warmly welcomed and encouraged to succeed. Founded in 1794, Bowdoin has maintained its commitment to the liberal arts for well over 200 years. Bowdoin’s reputation as a preeminent liberal arts college rests on the excellence of its faculty, students, and staff; intimate size; strong sense of community; and connections to the people, history, and natural beauty of Maine. Bowdoin’s campus is situated in a beautiful natural setting. Located in Brunswick, Maine, a town of approximately 20,000, the College is a short drive from the Maine coast, twenty-five miles from Portland and 120 miles from Boston.
Shift	N/A
Employment Category	Full Time Year Round
FTE	0.94
Benefits Eligible	Yes
Pay Type	Hourly
Background Check Package Requirements	Support Staff
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Bowdoin vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?	No
Is a pre-placement physical required for this position?	No
Posting Date	07/01/2026
Applications Accepted Until
Open Until Filled	No
Type of Posting	Internal/External
Special Instructions to Applicants	If selected as a finalist, you will be required to submit information for three references, including name, email address, phone number and how you know the reference.
EEO Information	Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or against qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities on the basis of disability, or any other legally protected statuses.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* How did you hear about this position?
- Indeed.com
- Chronicle of Higher Education
- Diverse Issues in Higher Ed
- Facebook
- Glassdoor
- Google Search
- HigherEdJobs.com
- InsideHigherEd.com
- LinkedIn
- Twitter
- MANP
- Maine Job Link
- LiveandWorkinMaine.com
- Employee Referral
- Bowdoin College Website
- Radio Ad
- TechMaine
- NCAA
- CASE
- Other
If you answered Employee Referral or Other, please specify here:
(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume / Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Staff & Casual contact:
careers@bowdoin.edu

Faculty contact:
facultycareers@bowdoin.edu

(t)207-725-3837
216 Maine Street, Brunswick, ME 04011

Bowdoin College is a member of the Diversity Hiring Coalition of Maine, and Live and Work in Maine.

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