Bowdoin College
Department Coordinator II
🇺🇸
Brunswick, ME
🕑
Full-Time
💰
$27 - $28
per Hour
💻
Other
🗓️
March 7th, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
Bowdoin College is hiring a Department Coordinator II for the Registrar's Office. The role requires providing comprehensive administrative support and coordination for the department, managing projects, and acting as a liaison between department members and external stakeholders. The position involves various administrative tasks and may support multiple leaders or complex areas.
Highlights
- Manage administrative tasks and departmental projects within the Registrar's Office.
- Serve as a liaison between department members and external stakeholders.
- Require advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other office software.
- Minimum 3-5 years administrative support experience required.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills essential.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
- The position pays hourly, between $26.50 and $28.00 per hour.
- Full-time role with standard administrative hours Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, with occasional evenings or weekends.
- Benefits include health insurance, retirement plan with 10.12% contribution, life and disability insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and access to college facilities.
- Supports maintaining the integrity of the Bowdoin degree by facilitating curriculum management, course registration, policy dissemination, grade collection, and certification issuance.
Department Coordinator II Full Description
Department Coordinator II
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 | Department Coordinator II
Posting Number | S01521JP
Department | Registrar
Job Summary | The Registrar’s Office is searching for a Department Coordinator II. The office is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the Bowdoin degree. We do this by equitably managing curricular offerings, facilitating course registration, disseminating information related to academic policies and processes, collecting grades, and issuing official certifications of students’ progress towards and obtainment of the degree of Bachelor of Arts.
The Department Coordinator II is responsible for providing comprehensive support and coordination for the department. This position involves handling a wide range of administrative tasks, managing departmental projects, and serving as a liaison between department members and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate possesses strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. May support multiple leaders or larger, more varied, complex areas.
The hourly range for this position is expected to be: $26.50 –$28.00/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: https://www.bowdoin.edu/hr/our-workplace/college-holidays-and-special-days-off.htmlPaid 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 equivalent; associate degree or bachelor’s degree preferred. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other office software applications. Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of staff and external contacts. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Experience Requirements and/or Equivalents | Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in an administrative support role or similar position. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team. Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion. Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and demands in a fast-paced environment.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in this posting to be considered for hire.
Standard Work Days and Hours | Administrative hours are Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm. This is a full-time position working 40 hours/52 weeks per year, with occasional evening or weekends as required.
We regret that Bowdoin College is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions.
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).
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 |
Employment Category | Full Time Year Round
FTE | 1.00
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 | 03/06/2026
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.
Posting Number | S01521JP
Department | Registrar
Job Summary | The Registrar’s Office is searching for a Department Coordinator II. The office is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the Bowdoin degree. We do this by equitably managing curricular offerings, facilitating course registration, disseminating information related to academic policies and processes, collecting grades, and issuing official certifications of students’ progress towards and obtainment of the degree of Bachelor of Arts.
The Department Coordinator II is responsible for providing comprehensive support and coordination for the department. This position involves handling a wide range of administrative tasks, managing departmental projects, and serving as a liaison between department members and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate possesses strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. May support multiple leaders or larger, more varied, complex areas.
The hourly range for this position is expected to be: $26.50 –$28.00/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: https://www.bowdoin.edu/hr/our-workplace/college-holidays-and-special-days-off.htmlPaid 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 equivalent; associate degree or bachelor’s degree preferred. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other office software applications. Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of staff and external contacts. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Experience Requirements and/or Equivalents | Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in an administrative support role or similar position. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team. Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion. Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and demands in a fast-paced environment.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in this posting to be considered for hire.
Standard Work Days and Hours | Administrative hours are Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm. This is a full-time position working 40 hours/52 weeks per year, with occasional evening or weekends as required.
We regret that Bowdoin College is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions.
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).
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 |
Employment Category | Full Time Year Round
FTE | 1.00
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 | 03/06/2026
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
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- * How did you hear about this position?
- Indeed.com
- Chronicle of Higher Education
- Diverse Issues in Higher Ed
- Glassdoor
- Google Search
- HigherEdJobs.com
- InsideHigherEd.com
- MANP
- Maine Job Link
- LiveandWorkinMaine.com
- Employee Referral
- Bowdoin College Website
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- 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:
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.
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:
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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