Administrative Coordinator

Actively Reviewing the Applications

Howard University

On-site 1–1 LPA

Posted 7 hours ago • Apply by May 20, 2026

Job Description

The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission.

At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth.

Here Is What We Offer

Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
Work-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
Financial Wellness: Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match
Professional Development: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
Additional Perks: Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture

Join Howard University and thrive with us!

https://hr.howard.edu/benefits-wellness

Job Purpose

Howard University seeks an Administrative Coordinator to provide front-line professional support for the administrative needs of the Office of the Bursar and the Associate Vice President for Finance and Bursar. The right candidate will have exceptional communication, organizational, and customer service skills.

Nature And Scope

The Administrative Coordinator will provide front office coordination and customer service, coordinate and schedule department meetings, draft and distribute communications, and serve as the department’s primary point of contact related to technology, facilities, and supplier management.

Supervisory Accountability

N/A

Principle Accountabilities

Provide administrative support to the Associate Vice President for Finance and Bursar, to include scheduling meetings and facilitating the coordination and execution of various department projects and initiatives
Manage the front desk of the office exhibiting excellent customer service, managing incoming paper and electronic mail, triaging incoming phone calls, and distribute incoming mail.
Act as the department liaison with IT, facilities, and other administrative units to managing department requests and operational needs
Manage the submission of supplier requisitions and invoices, in consideration of the department budget
Draft, edit, and distribute department documentation, communications, and correspondence with a focus on consistency, quality, and accuracy
Plan, schedule and coordinate logistics for in-person and virtual meetings and events
Facilitate the recruitment and onboarding of new staff, including the coordination of phone screenings, interviews, and new hire equipment needs
Organize and maintain a library of department project-related documentation and other information in Google Drive
Transcribes meeting minutes for department meetings and distributes information to all attendees to track deliverables and important decisions
Other duties and ad-hoc administrative and project tasks as designed

Core Competencies

Excellent oral and written communication skills, organizational skills, and meticulous attention to detail
Demonstrated technical proficiency with ability to quickly learn and adapt to various systems/platforms
Proven experience coordinating multiple projects/assignments simultaneously
Ability to work in a positive manner with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher learning or equivalent combination of education and experience
2-3 years of administrative experience and/or relevant professional experience in an applicable role
2+ years of progressively responsible customer service experience
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and Google Suite

Preferred Qualifications