Orientation Administrative Coordinator
Cortland University
Position Details Position Information Budget Title Technical Assistant CSL Campus Title Orientation Administrative Coordinator School/Division Academic Affairs, Division of Department Advisement and Transition Staff Sub-Type Staff & Administration Salary Level SL1 Salary Range $16.50/hour Salary Determination Starting salary rates are based on multiples factors which may include the position’s major responsibilities, the applicant’s background including education, work experience, and key competencies, the university’s strategic priorities, internal peer equity and external market analyses, applicable federal, state, and local laws and negotiated labor contracts. Position Effort Full-Time If Part-Time, enter FTE: Is this a temporary position? Yes If Temporary, enter End Date: 07/29/2026 Position Summary As a member of the Orientation staff, the Administrative Coordinator assists in providing a welcoming, inclusive experience for our new students and families that attend our Orientation program. The Administrative Coordinator plays a vital role in meeting the administrative needs of our Orientation program by spending significant time in the office preparing for each session by printing lists, gathering supplies and organizing materials.
This is an 8-week position with obligation from June 10 to July 29. What makes SUNY Cortland a great place to work? • Our positions provide predictable salary progressions, and many offer permanency.
• Generous benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, various retirement program options, paid family leave and/or parental leaves, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, long term disability and tuition reimbursement.
• SUNY Cortland prioritizes work-life balance and well-being in all forms. The university’s state-of-the-art Student Life Center is free for employees to use, with membership options for families. SUNY Cortland’s Child Care Center welcomes the children of employees and community members, as space allows. Alternate work schedules are available with a supervisor’s approval.
• Professional development opportunities exist through training, continuing education programs, tuition reimbursement and conference travel, based on funding.
• Cortland County and surrounding areas offer easy access to arts, entertainment, outdoor recreation and much more. Experience Cortland dives deep into the region’s offerings Major Responsibilities Assist with management of orientation database Develop and implement Orientation check-in procedures, including creation of all check-in lists Coordinate accommodations for those in need Train Orientation Assistants on check-in procedures Manage and monitor Orientation social media Answer questions about orientation from students, families, faculty and staff via phone, email and in person attendance at the orientation programs Functional and Supervisory Relationships Reports to Associate Director for Transition Programs Required Qualifications Experience with Cortland’s Orientation program Preferred Qualifications Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel Oral and written communication skills Organization and problem-solving skills Knowledge of SUNY Cortland’s Orientation program About the University A top public university of approximately 6,600 students located in the geographic center of New York State, SUNY Cortland provides accessible, affordable education to students from across the U.S. body. One of 13 comprehensive universities in the State University of New York system, SUNY Cortland prides itself on its rigorous undergraduate and graduate programs in the liberal arts, sciences, education, and professional studies. For more than 150 years, SUNY Cortland has provided unmistakable value for students seeking a well-rounded academic, athletic, and social experience. The University ranks among the top campuses in the nation on Money magazine’s “Best Colleges for Your Money List,” fields a powerhouse Division III athletics program and boasts an impressive network of alumni making a difference in education, business, government, fitness, medicine and many other fields. EEO Statement The State University of New York at Cortland is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity/Americans with Disabilities Act (AA/EEO/ADA) employer. The university actively seeks applications from women, veterans, individuals with a disability, members of underrepresented groups or anyone that would enrich the diversity of the university. Job Close Date Posting Detail Information Posting Number S25058 Review Start Date 01/14/2026 Open Until Filled Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.cortland.edu/postings/10828 Special Instructions Special Instructions to Applicant Special Instructions to Applicant Supplemental Questions
This is an 8-week position with obligation from June 10 to July 29. What makes SUNY Cortland a great place to work? • Our positions provide predictable salary progressions, and many offer permanency.
• Generous benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, various retirement program options, paid family leave and/or parental leaves, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, long term disability and tuition reimbursement.
• SUNY Cortland prioritizes work-life balance and well-being in all forms. The university’s state-of-the-art Student Life Center is free for employees to use, with membership options for families. SUNY Cortland’s Child Care Center welcomes the children of employees and community members, as space allows. Alternate work schedules are available with a supervisor’s approval.
• Professional development opportunities exist through training, continuing education programs, tuition reimbursement and conference travel, based on funding.
• Cortland County and surrounding areas offer easy access to arts, entertainment, outdoor recreation and much more. Experience Cortland dives deep into the region’s offerings Major Responsibilities Assist with management of orientation database Develop and implement Orientation check-in procedures, including creation of all check-in lists Coordinate accommodations for those in need Train Orientation Assistants on check-in procedures Manage and monitor Orientation social media Answer questions about orientation from students, families, faculty and staff via phone, email and in person attendance at the orientation programs Functional and Supervisory Relationships Reports to Associate Director for Transition Programs Required Qualifications Experience with Cortland’s Orientation program Preferred Qualifications Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel Oral and written communication skills Organization and problem-solving skills Knowledge of SUNY Cortland’s Orientation program About the University A top public university of approximately 6,600 students located in the geographic center of New York State, SUNY Cortland provides accessible, affordable education to students from across the U.S. body. One of 13 comprehensive universities in the State University of New York system, SUNY Cortland prides itself on its rigorous undergraduate and graduate programs in the liberal arts, sciences, education, and professional studies. For more than 150 years, SUNY Cortland has provided unmistakable value for students seeking a well-rounded academic, athletic, and social experience. The University ranks among the top campuses in the nation on Money magazine’s “Best Colleges for Your Money List,” fields a powerhouse Division III athletics program and boasts an impressive network of alumni making a difference in education, business, government, fitness, medicine and many other fields. EEO Statement The State University of New York at Cortland is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity/Americans with Disabilities Act (AA/EEO/ADA) employer. The university actively seeks applications from women, veterans, individuals with a disability, members of underrepresented groups or anyone that would enrich the diversity of the university. Job Close Date Posting Detail Information Posting Number S25058 Review Start Date 01/14/2026 Open Until Filled Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.cortland.edu/postings/10828 Special Instructions Special Instructions to Applicant Special Instructions to Applicant Supplemental Questions
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