Job Description
Job no: 514043
Position type: Interim
Location: New York
Categories: Onsite
Job Summary/Basic Function:
Manages critical aspects of the 2026 Teachers College Convocation events under the supervision of the College Events department beginning Monday, March 16th, 2026, through Friday, May 22nd, 2026.
Hours are typically: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. or 10:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m., with some exceptions where later evenings are required. Closer to the event date, there will be more occasions for later hours and some weekend work. Extended hours from May 17th to May 20th, 2026.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Coordinate faculty, staff, and student email, phone, and in-person communication.
Manage faculty, alumni, and VIP registration and coordinate order and distribution of academic attire.
Coordinate and track student online registration in coordination with the Registrar’s Office and Doctoral Studies’ offices.
Provide pre-production support, including meeting coordination and support, ticket production, and distribution of collateral materials.
Maintain accurate, up-to-date lists of participants in each ceremony.
Manage, in coordination with Facilities, pre-and post-event packing.
Assist with post-event wrap-up.
Coordinate and staff the Convocation Information Desk & maintain supplies.
Work on a sub-team that directs event load in and load out of all supplies, including managing a satellite office.
Ran the academic attire distribution center for select graduates.
Minimum Qualifications:
Must be able to lift at least 25lbs
Well-versed in Excel
Strong customer service and written communication skills
Can-do attitude, highly organized, and detail-oriented
Salary Range:
$25 - $28/hour
Work Modality:
Onsite
Equal Employment Opportunity
Teachers College is committed to fostering an inclusive academic community and to providing equal opportunity in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, age, citizenship, disability, marital status, ****** orientation, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.
If you would like to discuss any disability-related accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, or a similar law, related to applying for employment at Teachers College, Columbia University, please email the Office of Access and Services for Individuals with Disabilities: [email protected]
Advertised: Jan 27, 2026 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:
Position type: Interim
Location: New York
Categories: Onsite
Job Summary/Basic Function:
Manages critical aspects of the 2026 Teachers College Convocation events under the supervision of the College Events department beginning Monday, March 16th, 2026, through Friday, May 22nd, 2026.
Hours are typically: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. or 10:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m., with some exceptions where later evenings are required. Closer to the event date, there will be more occasions for later hours and some weekend work. Extended hours from May 17th to May 20th, 2026.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Coordinate faculty, staff, and student email, phone, and in-person communication.
Manage faculty, alumni, and VIP registration and coordinate order and distribution of academic attire.
Coordinate and track student online registration in coordination with the Registrar’s Office and Doctoral Studies’ offices.
Provide pre-production support, including meeting coordination and support, ticket production, and distribution of collateral materials.
Maintain accurate, up-to-date lists of participants in each ceremony.
Manage, in coordination with Facilities, pre-and post-event packing.
Assist with post-event wrap-up.
Coordinate and staff the Convocation Information Desk & maintain supplies.
Work on a sub-team that directs event load in and load out of all supplies, including managing a satellite office.
Ran the academic attire distribution center for select graduates.
Minimum Qualifications:
Must be able to lift at least 25lbs
Well-versed in Excel
Strong customer service and written communication skills
Can-do attitude, highly organized, and detail-oriented
Salary Range:
$25 - $28/hour
Work Modality:
Onsite
Equal Employment Opportunity
Teachers College is committed to fostering an inclusive academic community and to providing equal opportunity in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, age, citizenship, disability, marital status, ****** orientation, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.
If you would like to discuss any disability-related accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, or a similar law, related to applying for employment at Teachers College, Columbia University, please email the Office of Access and Services for Individuals with Disabilities: [email protected]
Advertised: Jan 27, 2026 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Convocation Assistant position is now open for candidates interested in the Helper Jobs sector. This role in New York City offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Helper Jobs is a plus.
