Temporary PT HMS Office Coordinator (71117)

Salary: $30.00 – $33.00 Hourly

Location: Brooklyn, NY, NY

Job Type: Part Time

Job Number: 202600396

Department: Humanities and Media Studies

Closing: 9/7/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

About Pratt

Pratt Institute provides the creative leaders of tomorrow the professional knowledge and experience to make a better world. A world-class and internationally ranked college with programs in art, design, architecture, liberal arts and sciences, and information studies, Pratt offers nearly 50 undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

The Institute’s impact expands beyond its 25-acre residential campus in Brooklyn to cutting-edge facilities throughout the borough, a landmark building and public gallery in Manhattan, as well as an extension campus, Pratt Munson College of Art and Design in Utica, New York. On Governors Island, Pratt is a core partner on the Stony Brook University team selected to develop the New York Climate Exchange, a research and educational hub poised to establish New York City as the global leader for the most pressing issue of our time: climate change. Another extension of Pratt’s campus is the Research Yard, a 20,000-square-foot facility that brings together the research activities of Pratt Institute under one roof in the Brooklyn Navy Yard (BNY).

Since our founding in 1887, Pratt has upheld the belief that education should be accessible to all who wish to learn. As a community, we define ourselves as standard setters who are:

• Resourceful and collaborative problem solvers,
• Socially responsible and equity-centered creatives,
• Adaptable and resilient global stewards,
• Inquisitive and compassionate community members.

Description

Reporting to the department chairperson, this is a temporary part-time position coordinating operations in the Department of Humanities and Media Studies at Pratt Institute.

Examples of Duties

Duties include:

• answering inquiries from students, faculty, and others
• ordering and distributing supplies
• handling communications in-person, on the telephone, and electronically
• assisting with event planning, preparation, and execution
• supporting the department’s websites and social media accounts
• supervising student assistants
• other duties as required

Qualifications

Education: Associate’s Degree required; Bachelor’s preferred.

Experience: 1-2 years administrative experience, preferably in a higher education environment.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Excellent computer skills
• Superior interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work well with diverse populations and demonstrated level of cultural competence

Benefits:

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Supplemental Information:

Requires in-person support 3 days/week

**For consideration, please submit a resume and cover letter. If moved forward in the interview process, professional references will be requested.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pratt Institute recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.

At Pratt, we prioritize equity and have established a systematic approach to guarantee fair treatment for everyone. If your background and expertise align with the requirements of the position, you will be contacted for further instructions.

To apply, visit: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/pratt/jobs/5469712/temporary-pt-hms-office-coordinator-71117
je-e351eb2933384298bd0d58eb8f0028fb

Tagged as: Employment