Program Coordinator, Psychology

Cornell University•Ithaca, MI

6d•$29 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

The Cross-College Department of Psychology at Cornell University is recognized for its excellence in advancing knowledge of psychological science, focusing on behavior and its cognitive, neural, and hormonal underpinnings. The department encompasses interdisciplinary programs such as Cognitive Science and Moral Psychology, offering graduate and undergraduate studies. This role supports the day-to-day operations and strategic activities of these programs, serving as a key resource for faculty, students, and campus and community partners. The Program Coordinator will foster an inclusive environment for teaching, research, and student engagement, playing a vital role in advancing the department's mission.

Requirements

Associate’s degree with 4-6 years’ relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated ability to work in a complex environment dealing with diverse constituents and situations using diplomacy and tact, while maintaining a positive, professional, and customer-oriented attitude.
Experience incorporating the perspectives of multiple communities.
Extensive ability to work quickly and effectively under pressure, use judgement in accomplishing tasks that are urgent or of a sensitive or confidential nature, to balance conflicting priorities, and make decisions from a range of choices.
Effective interpersonal skills and considerable initiative, supported by a strong work ethic to complete tasks in a timely fashion.
Superior organizational skills and attention to details are a must.
Excellent writing skills to formulate and present written material in a logical and comprehensive fashion.
Outstanding verbal communication skills.
Ability to locate, extract, identify, organize, and format important information and data; analyze, synthesize, and compile data.
Must work independently as the primary contact and assess and respond to needs, taking care to consult with the department and program directors when appropriate.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
Demonstrated skill in understanding cultural differences.
Proven experience connecting inclusion, belonging, and wellbeing practices to business goals.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in audio visual set-up and video conferencing software (e.g., room AV resources, Zoom, etc.).

Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted resource for students, faculty, visitors, and external partners.
Maintain program records, data, and documentation while ensuring compliance with privacy and data security requirements.
Develop and maintain program communications, including websites, newsletters, social media content, promotional materials, and other outreach efforts.
Support student recruitment and academic engagement initiatives, including information sessions, orientation activities, and advising resources.
Collaborate with faculty, staff, and campus and community partners to strengthen interdisciplinary teaching, research, and community engagement.
Compile reports, maintain governance documents, and support program planning and assessment activities.
Advise program leadership on policies, procedures, and operational best practices.
Serve as a welcoming first point of contact in Uris Hall for visitors, students, and faculty.
Direct inquiries accordingly to facilitate direction to appropriate resources.
Support facilities-related needs and office operations.
Assist with student worker recruitment, onboarding, and coordination of work assignments.
In collaboration with colleagues, coordinate access control and daily mail and package deliveries.
Coordinate lectures, colloquia, workshops, and speakers.
Coordinate student research showcases and networking events.
Coordinate community-engaged learning initiatives.
Coordinate advisory board meetings.
In collaboration with colleagues, coordinate the department commencement event.
Coordinate travel, scheduling, venue management, event communications, catering, audiovisual support, budget tracking, and on-site logistics for events.
Participate in departmental and university initiatives.
Engage in professional development opportunities.
Stay informed about evolving policies, systems, and best practices.
Contribute to a culture of collaboration, innovation, respect, and service excellence.

Benefits

Comprehensive health care options
Generous retirement contributions
Access to wellness programs
Employee discounts with local and national retail brands
Health and personal leave
Three weeks of vacation
13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25, through January 1.
Two additional floating holidays
Extramural Study
Employee Degree Program
Tuition aid for external education
Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program