Casual Staff - Program Coordinator

Casual Staff - Program Coordinator

Job no: 498836

Work type: Staff Part-time, Temporary and/or Hourly

Department: Straus Center

Location: Wilf Campus, 500 West 185th Street, NY, NY

Categories: Communications/Marketing/Media, Administrative Support, Student Services

Position Summary: The Program Coordinator will support the Straus Center, YU Press, and YU Honors through a blend of marketing, communications, and event management responsibilities. This role leads social media strategy and execution across multiple platforms, including content creation, account management, and the maintenance of a digital archive of articles, podcasts, and multimedia materials. The coordinator also collaborates with internal teams to update websites and promote publications.

In addition, the role provides comprehensive logistical support for events and trips, including planning, vendor coordination, communications, and on-site execution. The coordinator helps ensure smooth delivery of lectures, workshops, student activities, and domestic and international travel, while also contributing to post-event evaluation and continuous improvement.

Position Responsibilities:

• Marketing and Communications
• Work with relevant department leads to create and manage overall social media calendar for Straus Center, YU Press, and YU Honors
• Create and manage social media accounts for YU Press and YU Honors, and manage existing Straus Center social media platforms (Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram)
• Maintain an archive of YU Press and Straus Center articles, podcasts, videos, and other content for sharing
• Create original and creative content for social media accounts that furthers the Straus Center, YU Press, and YU Honors missions
• Draft releases for YU Press publications
• Work with the YU website team to update and refresh the Straus Center, YU Press, and YU Honors websites
• Event and Trip Management
• Provide additional event and trip coordination support to relevant department leads, including reserving and managing venues, coordinating catering orders, and assisting with vendor payment processing
• Plan logistics for diverse events, including lectures, workshops, receptions, student activities, and domestic and international trips
• Serve as on-site support for in-person events and trips
• Manage event flier creation and distribution process
• Communicate event details to students, faculty, and staff through multiple channels
• Assist with post-event reports and recommendations for improvement

Other Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of sources for seminars and other courses as needed

Experience & Education Background:

• Bachelor's Degree Required

Skills & Competencies:

• Knowledge of the Jewish community and its trends
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple events simultaneously
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and graphic design tools (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar)
• Proficiency in social media trends, strategies, and platforms
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to anticipate needs
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Creative problem-solving abilities and adaptability
• Customer service orientation with professional demeanor
• Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work independently

Salary Range: $35.42 - $45.54 per hour

About Us:
Yeshiva University is dedicated to academic excellence, intellectual exploration, and the advancement of timeless values that shape and impact lives. With a rich tradition rooted in Jewish thought and heritage, YU fosters a dynamic learning environment across its undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools. Our mission is to cultivate the next generation of leaders who will contribute meaningfully to society, guided by a commitment to ethics, innovation, and service. Our community extends far beyond the classroom, encompassing thousands of students, faculty, staff, and more than 70,000 alumni and supporters worldwide, all working together to build a brighter future.

As a Yeshiva University employee, you will be part of a welcoming, diverse, and intellectually engaging community that values collaboration, excellence, and professional growth. We offer a supportive and stimulating workplace with tangible employee benefits, opportunities for advancement, and a strong sense of purpose. Beyond professional development, YU is committed to ensuring a high quality of life for its employees, offering a work environment that prioritizes well-being, work-life balance, and a culture of mutual respect. Every role at YU contributes to our broader mission of education, research, and societal impact, ensuring that all members of our community-students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends-are inspired to make a difference. We invite you to bring your talent and passion to YU and join us in shaping the future.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to all employees and candidates without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Advertised: May 20, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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