What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Administrative Coordinator position at The University of Pittsburgh?
Academic Administrative Coordinator
The Pitt-Greensburg Education Department prepares students to become confident, well-rounded teachers through hands-on classroom experience starting freshman year. The program emphasizes both theoretical and practical learning, with strong partnerships with local schools, inquiry-based classes, and personalized professor attention.
Students can pursue degrees in Early Childhood, Secondary, Spanish, or Special Education, with options to add certifications or minors. The program is completed in four years and leads to a Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate, which is widely respected and reciprocal in many other states.
The SPSEA Education Club is nationally recognized and further supports students through professional development, networking, student interactions, and leadership opportunities. Graduates of the program are well-positioned for teaching careers across Pennsylvania and beyond, where demand for qualified teachers remains high.
Job Summary
Performs various administrative and student services duties in support of a school. Facilitates human resources recruiting support for faculty, staff, and students; student registration; coordination of teaching schedules; and other related faculty and student services.
advanced program/administrative support which includes:
- performing general office duties as assigned, including documentation preparation, file management, data entry, scheduling, and supply ordering;
- acting as a liaison between field placement teachers/sites and Pitt-Greensburg including answering program-specific questions and receiving various education and employment forms;
- collaborating with education department faculty to complete documents required by the Pennsylvania Department of Education;
- verifying and tracking mandatory requirements for students/faculty;
- engaging with faculty to support the coordination of student teaching, preparing documents and supplies required for instructional needs;
- providing administrative support/backup in the absence of other division administrative personnel in order to assist faculty, staff and students with time-sensitive requests.
- possess a strong working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite;
- have a willingness to learn software packages used within the university and education program;
- be able to communicate effectively both in person and via the phone and internet;
- complete work accurately and timely without errors;
- have excellent organizational, computer, and multi-tasking skills;
- have an understanding and be comfortable working in a busy environment with limited supervision;.
- be self-thinker, and be flexible and adaptable to different environments and situations to assist others in a professional, cooperative manner, and must be able to work well under pressure to meet strict University and state regulations and deadlines.
Accuracy of records is imperative; attention to detail is essential; confidentiality of all work is critical.
Prior experience in an office setting is essential.
The position is primarily sedentary, however, some walking on campus to attend meetings and/or events is required. Some lifting under 25 lbs. may be necessary.
The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.
Salary : $18