What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Coordinator, Queer Resource Center (Casual) position at Amherst College?
Program Coordinator, Queer Resource Center (Casual)
Amherst Campus
Part Time
JR6456
Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff.
Job Description:
Amherst College invites applications for the Program Coordinator, Queer Resource Center position. The Program Coordinator, Queer Resource Center (QRC) is a part-time (15-19 hours per week), casual position (no benefits).
The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $19.00-21.00 per hour.
The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations.
The Queer Resource Center (QRC) at Amherst College seeks a part-time Program Coordinator to support programming and daily operations of the QRC during the 2025-2026 academic year. This position will help ensure continuity of services during a period of staff transition by collaborating closely with students and student staff, supporting student-led programming and organizations, and managing key administrative, communications, and resource coordination tasks.
This is a non-supervisory role; program development and direct supervision of student staff remain the responsibility of the Director. The Program Coordinator will, however, work alongside students and student staff to help bring initiatives to life and sustain the vibrant work of the QRC.
Key Responsibilities
Programming Support:
- Assist with planning and logistics for QRC events.
- Represent the QRC at campus events and tabling events.
- Provide on-site support for events, including occasional evenings and weekends, to ensure smooth operations.
- Assist with guest speaker/performer coordination, including outreach, travel coordination, and hospitality.
- Provide coordination support to QRC student staff for programs (e.g., reserving spaces, ordering supplies, coordinating set-up and break-down).
- Program development and direction are carried out in collaboration with, and under the guidance of, the Director.
Administrative and Operational Support:
- Facilitate QRC student staff meetings in the Director's absence.
- Monitor the QRC inbox, respond to routine inquiries, and escalate as needed.
- Manage space reservation requests and support day-to-day office organization.
- Document QRC programming by taking photos, maintaining event records, and updating archives.
Communications and Outreach:
- Draft and distribute the weekly QRC newsletter.
- Create flyers, update social media, and promote events across campus platforms.
- Serve as a point of contact for several Registered Student Organizations, offering logistical and programming support.
Resource Oversight and Coordination:
- Maintain and restock QRC resources, including the Resource Cabinet, kitchen, and lending library.
- Process requests from the Gender Affirming Resources Request Form.
- Organize storage spaces and track supply usage to ensure accessibility and efficiency.
Qualifications
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail.
- Familiarity with event planning, administrative processes, and campus resources.
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive and affirming environment for LGBTQ and trans communities.
- Experience in student leadership or identity-based centers in a higher education context preferred.
Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter online at https://amherst.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Amherst_Jobs. Please be sure to upload all requested documents prior to clicking Submit. Applications cannot be revised once submitted. (Current employees and students should apply by clicking on the Jobs Hub icon from their Workday home screen) Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
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To apply, visit https://amherst.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Amherst_Jobs/job/Amherst-Campus/Program-Coordinator--Queer-Resource-Center--Casual-_JR6456
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Amherst College does not discriminate in admission, employment, or administration of its programs and activities on the basis of race, national or ethnic origin, color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender expression, and gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, military service, or any other characteristic or class protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Amherst College complies with all state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Equal Pay Act, and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act.
Salary : $19 - $21
