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Administrative Coordinator Swarthmore
Reporting to the Department Chair, the Administrative Coordinator provides high level administrative support for the Engineering department. Tasks include supporting the chair in the day-to-day running of the department, communication with students, faculty, and others, budget management and preparation, management of purchasing and procurement for the department, providing supply and facilities coordination, maintenance of the website, keeping of the department calendar, as well as mail delivery support for the department. The AC will be asked to record and retain necessary documentation of departmental activities. In addition, the AC will be responsible for supporting the organization of materials for faculty reviews and searches; drafting and preparing confidential correspondence, and documents; and regularly interacting with outside callers and visitors as well as other top-level staff within the College. The hiring of student workers and the supervision of the department’s student worker will also be required.
Senior Project Manager Swarthmore
Sustainable Capital Planning and Project Management (SCPPM) is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our team of planners, project managers, and interior designers. The SCPPM department is responsible for all major and minor construction projects for Swarthmore College. Reporting to the Director of Sustainable Capital Planning and Project Management (SCPPM), the Senior Project Manager position directs and manages new construction, renovation, user fit out, capital and campus renewal projects ranging in cost up to and often exceeding $5M and occasionally exceeding $50M. Typical assignments will include multiple projects with tight timelines, focused programs, challenging site logistics and fixed budgets. This position represents Swarthmore College to internal and external constituencies including faculty, staff, students, architects, engineers, trade partners, and local government on a variety of issues related to project development and delivery. The Senior Project Manager provides excellent customer service by actively managing the entire design and construction project including initiation, programming, design, budget, construction and occupancy while providing timely and accurate updates to client representatives regarding project status, budget, and schedule.
Advancement Program Coordinator Swarthmore
Swarthmore College seeks an Advancement Program Coordinator to join a highly collaborative and motivated team of development and alumni relations professionals at a pivotal time in Swarthmore’s history, as it launches an ambitious $100M campaign to construct a new athletic center and seeks to implement Swarthmore Forward, a strategic plan that emphasizes holistic development of the student, integrating advising and academic excellence with opportunities for personal growth, recreation, civic engagement, and joy. The Advancement Program Coordinator reports directly to the Assistant Vice President for Capital Giving & Campaigns and serves as a project manager for high-impact fundraising campaign activity. This includes a wide range of high-level support including writing, reporting, project planning, campaign budget and resource oversight, event and committee coordination, and related tasks. The Advancement Program Coordinator will provide organizational support for campaign committees and other leadership councils, prepare briefings for meetings and events, and assist with select donor communications and events.
Costume Assistant Swarthmore
The Costume Assistant for Dance has responsibility for oversight and management of all support for performances produced by the Dance Department, including the 2-3 annual dance concerts, any standalone senior projects, 3 Minutes Max, and the 2 annual Dance Lab showings. This includes working with Dance faculty and students to provide costume and staffing support for productions. Duties include: costume construction, shopping for costumes, alterations, repairs as needed, and cleaning and maintenance of costumes following each production. The Costume Assistant for Dance position requires clarity and commitment to the mission of the Dance Department and the College, and to the support of students and faculty in this work. Specifically, this requires a balancing of educational and professional artistic standards of excellence and clarity about the distinctions and the overlapping practices of academic and professional performing arts settings. The position schedule includes regular office hours, and requires schedule flexibility in order to meet the needs of the program for academic and performance activities in the evenings and weekends. The position is half-time, 9 months, September 1 through May 31. We are anticipating a January 2025 start for this role.
Community Resource Officer Patrol/Communications Swarthmore
The Department of Public Safety is currently accepting applications for the position of Community Resource Officer (CRO) Patrol/Communication. The CRO Patrol/Communication is essential to the success of our community caretaking model and community engagement role. They are responsible for responding to routine and emergency calls for service, conducting initial and follow up investigations as appropriate, responding to medical incidents and both fire and intrusion alarms. They are also responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the multi-faceted Swarthmore College Communication Center. The position maintains control of incoming telephone calls while providing direction for outgoing calls that are not direct dial accessible. The Officer courteously provides information and assistance by telephone, radio or in person to faculty, staff, students, and visitors. The dispatch of internal communications, monitoring of CCTV, Access Control and both fire and intrusion alarms, as well as key control of organizations’ keys are all integral functions of the position. Coordination of communication or responding to incidents under demanding emergency conditions is an essential skill. Performs other duties as assigned.
IT Support Specialist (ITSM Experience) Swarthmore
The IT Support Specialist is a client-focused role dedicated to providing technology support to faculty, staff, and students, following ITIL best practices. As part of the Help Desk team, the IT Support Specialist is responsible for triaging, troubleshooting, and tracking endpoint computing issues and service requests to ensure timely resolution. Key responsibilities include supporting collaboration, maintaining technical documentation, conducting trend analysis, and fulfilling service requests. This role also brings some expertise in configuring ITSM solutions, particularly supporting the college’s ITSM tool, Freshservice.
IT Support Specialist (Endpoint Systems Experience) Swarthmore
The IT Support Specialist is a client-focused role dedicated to providing technology support to faculty, staff, and students, following ITIL best practices. As part of the Help Desk team, the IT Support Specialist is responsible for triaging, troubleshooting, and tracking endpoint computing issues and service requests to ensure timely resolution. Key responsibilities include supporting collaboration, maintaining technical documentation, conducting trend analysis, and fulfilling service requests. This role also brings expertise in Endpoint Systems configuration and Hardware support.
Communications Officer Swarthmore
The Public Safety Communication Officer (PSCO) is a key role in Department responsibility for the safety and well-being of Swarthmore College students, campus property, community members, and visitors. The Communication Officer will be responsible for courteous and active engagement with the community, through effective communication verbally and in writing. As a Communication Officer, you are the first contact for internal and external interactions and incidents involving the College and provide a service for routine and emergency calls to the College. You will receive initial information and take appropriate action to resolve or address the situation. You will manage the functions of the communication center as well as respond to radio transmissions and in person requests for assistance. You will also need to be able to have clear communication, verbally and written, for making reports on incidents and investigations. In this role, the primary duties of the PSCO are to assure a continuity of practices and effective communication service to/for the Swarthmore College Department of Public Safety Communications Center (SCDPSCC), the College community, and local law enforcement agencies. This position requires a high degree of community engagement, cultural competency, ability to navigate complex protocol for effective decision making based upon Department and College guidelines. The ability to provide clear communication, often under pressure, in a multifaceted communication center, and navigate a variety of technology. Personnel in this position are considered “essential” in that they support a 24 hour, 7 day per week communication center operation.
Food & Service Associate Swarthmore
As a member of the Dining Services department, the Food & Service Associate will work in any of the following stations depending on the schedule or need of the department: Barista, Beverages, Pizza, Salad Bar, Runner, or Server. Working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, having a passion for food, enjoying being part of an energetic team and the opportunity to make a difference in the student’s dining experience on Swarthmore’s campus.
Director, Environmental Services Swarthmore
Reporting to the Associate VP for Sustainable facilities Operations and Capital Planning, the Director accomplishes this by working with campus stakeholders and various consultants, guides the environmental services team that provides an optimal campus environment in academic, research, athletic, auxiliary and residential spaces to support the College’s high academic standards. The ideal candidate has vast experience and knowledge in daily cleaning operations, project cleaning and task organization in an institutional facilities management group. The person will have strong and creative leadership, budget development and management experience, analytical and problem solving competency, sustainability and environmental stewardship as a core value, and is a strong communicator. Experience in working within an institutional setting is preferred. The ideal candidate is ready to step into this dynamic role and lead the College’s dynamic and diverse environmental services team.
Administrative Assistant II Swarthmore
Under general supervision, the Administrative Assistant II provides a high level of administrative support for the Admissions Department. This position is a member of a team that serves as the department's first point of contact by greeting visitors, answering phone calls, and responding to email inquiries. Data entry and auditing, application processing, and supporting Admission Deans are some of the essential responsibilities of an Administrative Assistant II. This is a 12-month position with the expectation to work on campus to serve as a backup to the receptionist role in the office.
Assistant Director, Proposal Development (NSE) Swarthmore
The Assistant Director of Proposal Development (Natural Sciences and Engineering) works closely with the Executive Director, Grants and Awards, and faculty members in the Natural Sciences and Engineering Division to support the pursuit of external funding for science research and scholarship. The Grants and Awards office conducts prospect research, establishes and maintains relationships with funders, prepares new proposals, and coordinates proposal development for the sciences at Swarthmore College. The Assistant Director will work collaboratively to identify funding needs and prepare successful grant applications in the natural sciences and engineering, as well as supporting training, communications, and operations related to faculty grants. The Assistant Director works with the Executive Director, Grants and Awards, and members of the Swarthmore community to contribute to strengthening support structures for faculty research, primarily in the natural sciences and engineering.
Administrative Assistant II Swarthmore
The Aydelotte Foundation at Swarthmore College seeks an Administrative Assistant to provide high-level half-time administrative support. The Aydelotte Foundation at Swarthmore College is a research institute and intellectual community dedicated to an expansive definition of the liberal arts. The Administrative Assistant supports the Faculty Director and Senior Associate Director in program and research initiatives in a hybrid position with in-person and remote hours. The person in this role creates and monitors meeting agendas and office workflow; maintains and monitors department website content; provides high-level budget support; assists with event communication and planning; designs publicity material and publicizes events; manages equipment, supply, and facility needs; prepares office communications; and provides special project support as needed. This part-time, benefit eligible position is expected to work three (3) days per week; two (2) days on campus are required during the academic year (August-May).
Senior Associate Director, Reporting & Analytics Swarthmore
The Senior Associate Director, Reporting and Analytics, is responsible for producing strategic, value-added technology solutions for end-users to meet organizational challenges. The incumbent collaborates with Advancement and campus colleagues to identify technological opportunities and guide operational decision making through data driven analytics to increase philanthropic goals and constituent engagement. The Senior Associate Director oversees technical systems used by Advancement and develops through software programming knowledge reporting and data visualization for Advancement staff, College leadership, and College volunteers. Additionally, this position develops documentation and training, including written, video, and live sessions, for colleagues in order to make technology and data accessible to the end users. Through this work, the Senior Associate Director acts as a key partner in the strategic planning and effective operation of fundraising and engagement programs at Swarthmore College.
Director, Student Disability Services Swarthmore
The Director of Student Disability Services works to ensure that disabled students have full access to all of the learning opportunities and resources offered by the college. The Director collaborates with students, faculty, staff and other constituents in the provision of academic, dining, housing, and other disability accommodations. The Director provides strategic leadership on disability inclusion for the college, with the goal of upholding the college's commitment to excellence in diversity.
Postdoctoral Researcher Swarthmore
The Smith Materials lab is seeking a highly motivated researcher with a PhD in materials science, physics, applied physics, mechanical engineering, or closely related field. This DOE-funded position is for a research project aimed at investigating dynamics in glass-forming liquids. Ongoing projects study a variety of glasses including metallic, oxide, molecular, and chalcogenide glasses. Neutron scattering experiments, with a focus on quasielastic and inelastic measurements, are performed at national user facilities, particularly the Spallation Neutron Source at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. The postdoctoral fellow will be encouraged to lead the project, collaborate with the PI and undergraduate students on high-impact publications, and present at key conferences in the field. Applicants with strong experimental skills and experience in neutron or X-ray scattering are especially encouraged to apply. The Smith Materials Lab is an interdisciplinary group of undergraduate students and research staff that thrives on teamwork and welcomes diverse candidates to join us. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and a keen interest in developing leadership and mentoring skills. The successful candidate will work closely with undergraduate students at Swarthmore College. Therefore, demonstrated teamwork ability and experience in mentoring is required. The position provides plenty of opportunities to interact with faculty, postdocs, and undergraduate students in other departments at Swarthmore College and with national and international collaborators. This is a limited-term position and is renewed on an annual basis.
Club Sports Coach Swarthmore
Develop and improve participant sports skills and assists club officers in scheduling games. The position coordinates practices and game schedules and assists club officers with budget management.
Research Compliance Manager Swarthmore
The Office of Research Integrity and Engagement invites applications for a part-time (17.5 hours per week), hybrid, benefits eligible,12-month position for a Research Compliance Manager. This position will report to the Director of the ORIE and support the office in process implementations and administration of research supported by the Institutional Review Board (IRB), the Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), and the Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC). In addition, the Research Compliance Manager may be asked to collaborate in development of educational resources and programs related to the Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) Conflicts of Interest (COI) and Exports Controls, contribute to maintenance of ORIE’s website, and participate in service work for the College.
Swarthmore Dining (Part-Time) - Multiple Openings Swarthmore
Swarthmore Dining is currently accepting applications for various Part-Time Positions. We continually hire Customer Service, Food & Service, and Utility Associates. All dining positions start at a minimum of $18.50 an hour.
Culinary Associate Swarthmore
The Culinary Associate will work in any of the following stations depending on the schedule or need of the department roles: Cook, Pizza Cook, or Commissary. Ensure the timely meal production for a college dining program under the direction of the Executive Chef or Sous Chef. Prep ingredients and cook or bake menu items according to standard recipes. Ensure that food production meets the departmental standards of quality, taste, creativity, presentation, and variety. Assisting with the execution of menu items, food safety, and the proper sanitation of all kitchen equipment. We have multiple full-time openings, including 9-month and 12-month opportunities*.

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