Job Description:

Berklee College of Music invites applications for the role of Department Coordinator in the Professional Music Department. Reporting directly to the Department Chair, the Department Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting the day-to-day operations and advancing initiatives that enrich the student experience. This is a dynamic position perfect for someone passionate about music, arts administration, and working in a student-centered, mission-driven environment.

At Berklee, creativity and innovation aren’t just buzzwords—they’re the core of everything we do. We pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive community where every voice is valued and collaboration thrives. The Department Coordinator will help keep the heartbeat of the Professional Music Department running smoothly by managing communications, organizing events, supporting students, and maintaining essential departmental operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support including calendar and budget management, degree audits, student file maintenance, and event staffing on and off campus (venues like Cambridge Kiosk, UnCommon Stage, Club Passim).

• Serve as the department’s welcoming point person, responding to student inquiries and connecting them with the right resources.

• Support the Chair in organizing, promoting, and facilitating department events and initiatives, including Berklee Revelation Records projects.

• Manage departmental communications through emails, social media, website updates, and printed materials with clarity and professionalism.

• Maintain proficiency with administrative technologies to support student registration, records, and classroom logistics.

• Represent the department at majors fairs, open houses, and recruitment events, providing prospective students and families with a warm, informative experience.

Who You Are

• You bring at least three years of professional administrative experience, ideally in music, arts, or education settings, with a Bachelor’s degree.

• You communicate with ease and professionalism across diverse groups—from students to visiting artists and industry leaders.

• You’re highly organized, able to juggle multiple priorities, and comfortable working independently with initiative.

• You’re tech-savvy and confident with platforms like Mac OS, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Adobe Creative Cloud, DAW software, and social media. Bonus points if you have skills in graphic design, photography, or videography.

• You understand or appreciate music and the arts and are eager to support a vibrant academic community.

• You are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion—welcoming and encouraging multilingual candidates to apply.

Why Berklee?
At Berklee, we celebrate creativity, innovation, and the power of music to transform lives. We support a culture of balance and well-being, recognizing that great work happens when people are supported both professionally and personally. Here, your work directly contributes to a student-centered environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a workplace culture that values your unique contributions. Join us and be part of a team shaping the future of music education.

Hiring Range: $27 to $32; hourly wage dependent on relevant experience and education.
Please visit the Berklee Benefits page for a complete listing of the benefits.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee:

We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Team at hroperations@Berklee.edu or call 617-747-2375.

Berklee is committed to increasing the diversity of our institution, community, and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.

*Currently enrolled Berklee students are not permitted to apply for staff or faculty positions.*

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