https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu Latest ALUMNI CAREER CENTER Jobs Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:56:39 Z https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22218594/assistant-director-reporting https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22218594/assistant-director-reporting PA, Swarthmore College is a highly selective liberal arts college located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, whose mission combines academic rigor with social responsibility. Swarthmore has a strong institutional commitment to inclusive excellence and nondiscrimination in its educational program and employment practices and encourages candidates who will further advance the goal of fostering a diverse and inclusive community. As one of the nation’s finest institutions of higher learning, Swarthmore College is global in outlook and draws students from around the nation and world. The 425?acre campus is a designated arboretum, complete with gardens, rolling lawns, a creek, wooded hills, and hiking trails in the Crum Woods. Who We Are: The Office of College Advancement builds and strengthens relationships with alumni, families, and friends to advance College priorities through joyful engagement and celebration, philanthropic and volunteer support, and stewardship of Swarthmore’s contributions to the common good.  We work intentionally as a collaborative group that drives innovation, creates space for rich dialogue, inspires trust, and develops a community rooted in inclusivity and belonging. The opportunity: The Assistant Director will contribute to producing strategic, value-added technology solutions for end-users to meet organizational challenges. The Assistant Director supports the Advancement staff in technical systems used by the division and creates queries, reports, and data visualization for 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 Assistant Director acts as a key partner in the strategic planning and effective operation of fundraising and engagement programs at Swarthmore College. Essential Responsibilities CRM Reporting and Management Create and manage Slate CRM queries, reports, portals, forms, and dashboards that align with Advancement’s strategic direction and positively impacts constituent engagement. Facilitate discussions between leadership, fundraisers, and technical resources to define needs and assist in establishing new policies and procedures. Proactively build relationships across campus (Communications, Admissions, Lang Center for Civic and Social Responsibility, Chester Children’s Chorus, Center for Innovation & Leadership, Career Services, and more) to support their work with constituent engagement and to acquire and understand available relevant data. Contribute to the successful implementation and continued infrastructure development of new technologies, including the Slate CRM and related systems. Test, deploy, and validate regular updates, feeds, and/or new functionality delivered by Technolutions. Continuously develop custom Slate CRM features (views, tabs, prompts, rules) to meet evolving divisional needs.   Training, Documentation, & ITS Support Develop and deliver comprehensive training (written, video, live sessions) on Advancement systems. Maintain a user-friendly report library with clear documentation. Train colleagues throughout the College in the Slate Advancement CRM and additional tools deployed by Advancement. Maintain proficiency in all Advancement Software tools to effectively lead training and provide support. Research emerging Slate CRM tools, updates, and automation techniques to optimize functionality and workflows. Assist College constituents (alumni, families, students, and friends) in navigating technology made available by the Advancement division, such as the Alumni Portal, Slate Forms, and more. Data Analytics and Visualization Support the Director and Senior Associate Directors in developing and growing a fundraising analytics program, contributing to projects involving predictive modeling, forecasting, data mining, and visually engaging reporting. Contribute and update data visualization technology(s) to enhance and extend Advancement’s current reporting and data visualization capacity. Utilizing the Advancement CRM, Slate, and additional industry leading interactive visualization software, such as Tableau or Microsoft Power BI. Advancement Vendor Management Serve as a technical point of contact for Vendors, including but not limited to: AlumnIQ, CyberSource, GiveCampus, Double the Donation, and Technolutions. In collaboration with Advancement colleagues, work to maintain, develop, and implement the various tools provided by vendors. Coordinate the exchange of data between Slate and various tools, implement solutions, and ensure appropriate testing of applications. Work with Advancement colleagues to determine technical needs, including identifying needed systems, tools, or services, collaborating on RFPs, and assessing resources needed for implementation and maintenance. Support Advancement and ITS colleagues in managing and testing Software tools for the division. Who you are: Experience developing training material and conducting both regular and ad-hoc training sessions Ability to thrive under pressure and handle multiple projects simultaneously. Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities. Extreme accuracy and attention to detail with ability to handle multiple and varied tasks both independently and collaboratively. Data management skills demonstrating the ability to manage large amounts of data and organize it into meaningful reports. Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills. A talent for listening, interpreting, and synthesizing information. Ability to effectively bridge communications between non-technical software end-users and the technical team. Strong sense of collegiality and ability to establish collaborative professional relationships using tact and diplomacy, and the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality. Strong customer service skills. Ability to work evenings, weekends, or as needed to complete projects or meet heavy demand. What you bring: Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree with two years of job-related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Demonstrated CRM Experience with strong understanding of the general underlying database structures and rules. Proven experience working with databases and building reports. Exceptional computer skills with experience evaluating and mastering software applications. Highly proficient in Windows operating system, Microsoft Suite, Google Suite Working knowledge/understanding of SQL, HTML, and CSS to create queries, reports, forms, portals, and dashboards in Slate and desire to increase proficiency. On occasion, incumbent may be required to work outside of normal office hours, including nights and weekends, for such tasks as staffing events, or completing tasks required to meet deadlines. Preferred Qualifications Five years of experience Advanced degree or certifications Proven experience in SQL, HTML, CSS Experience in Slate CRM developing Queries, Reports, and Portals. Experience in Advancement Experience with Power BI or Tableau building reports and dashboards. What You Will Get: You’ll work at one of the world's most renowned liberal arts Colleges, with incredible benefits, a stunning 420-acre campus, and a collaborative work environment. Join a team of passionate, creative people who work hard and have fun supporting the College students, faculty, and staff. We want to hear from you if you are excited about this role! For full consideration, submit applications with an uploaded resume, including a cover letter by May 12, 2026. Applications received after this date may be reviewed on a rolling basis until the job has been filled. A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position. If you have experience that meets any of the preferred qualifications, please include a detailed explanation of any such experience in your cover letter and how it meets the preferred qualification(s). The market range for this position is $72,000-$77,000 per year, which represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range at the time of posting. The salary offered is determined based on factors including, but not limited to, experience and education of the final selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information. PA Criminal Clearance Required Swarthmore College requires a PA Criminal background check for all staff positions prior to the start of employment. Education Verification Required by Position An education verification is required for this position because a college degree is a required qualification for this position. Preview our Benefits Flyer . We offer benefit plans starting at zero cost! Upon benefit eligibility, the College contributes 10% of an employee’s salary to their retirement account. Employees are 100% vested in their accounts on the date participation begins. 2026 Swarthmore Benefits Guidebook Retirement Plans Tuition Grant Program Tuition Reimbursement Program Paid Time Off (Staff) Holiday Schedule Swarthmore College is committed to creating a culture of respect and inclusion so that every member of our community feels a sense of belonging. We actively seek and welcome candidates with diverse perspectives and experiences, exceptional qualifications, and a demonstrable commitment to a more inclusive society and world. Swarthmore College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any identity or characteristic protected by law or College Policy. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:27:49 -0400 https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22216048/associate-residential-manager https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22216048/associate-residential-manager PA, Swarthmore College is a highly selective liberal arts college located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, whose mission combines academic rigor with social responsibility. Swarthmore has a strong institutional commitment to inclusive excellence and nondiscrimination in its educational program and employment practices and encourages candidates who will further advance the goal of fostering a diverse and inclusive community. As one of the nation’s finest institutions of higher learning, Swarthmore College is global in outlook and draws students from around the nation and world. The 425?acre campus is a designated arboretum, complete with gardens, rolling lawns, a creek, wooded hills, and hiking trails in the Crum Woods. Who We Are: Swarthmore Dining is dedicated to serving our community with nutritious and satisfying food in a welcoming environment every day. Our mission is to offer a diverse menu that features high-quality ingredients, emphasizing locally grown and sustainably produced products whenever possible. We are committed to inclusive dining by ensuring vegetarian, vegan, and accommodations for dietary restrictions are always available. As a self-operated dining program encompassing Residential Dining, we pride ourselves on providing a work-life balance that is often difficult to find in the restaurant industry. Join us at Swarthmore Dining to be a part of a vibrant community committed to quality, sustainability, and exceptional service in a state-of-the-art kitchen setting. The opportunity: Reporting to the Residential Manager, the Associate Residential Manager provides customer service and oversees sanitation in the Dining Center. The manager ensures that proper cleaning and maintenance standards are met consistently. The Associate Residential Manager is responsible for hiring, scheduling, coaching, and training utility staff. In partnership with the Director and Associate Director, sets performance expectations and ensures performance and customer service expectations are met. The Associate Residential Manager ensures proper inventory is maintained, small wares associated with the serving lines are outfitted correctly. Essential Responsibilities Manage and Support utility crew which includes, hiring, training, scheduling, assessing and progressive discipline when needed. Assist in overseeing sanitation in Dining Center, working with utility supervisor to ensure proper cleaning and maintenance of location. Coach and develop front of house staff on standardization of  line presentation and proper portions as outlined by the Dining Management. Develop employee scheduling to ensure that necessary coverage is met and stay within budget parameters. Overseeing and hands on working with in operation on a daily basis, to ensure operations are meeting the guidelines and goals of the department. Direct the education, training and professional development of utility staff.  This includes revising job summaries and creating processes and procedures for efficient operations. Work with Purchasing to ensure proper product and equipment that is needed is ordered. Perform all duties assigned with opening and closing procedures for the unit. Oversee daily operations of the Dining Hall to ensure guidelines, standards and goals are being met and continually challenged including: sanitation, safety, customer service, high quality production standards and presentation, financial responsibility. Interact with & maintain a hands on relationship with hourly staff as is needed to understand and evaluate all areas of the operation – including efficiency, morale, skill levels, meeting customer expectations. Professionally and effectively communicate with and provide information to other departments and campus staff as needed and/or requested. Be intuitive, flexible and available at all times to assist wherever there is a need. Training and coordinating service staff through written and verbal instructions. Improve and ensure customer service goals are being met.  Ensure staff is in proper uniform and is following proper procedures. Oversee supervisors and their direct reports. Supervisory Responsibilities Supervises the work of the utility staff Effectively performs the following: Organize workflow and ensure staff understand their duties or delegated tasks. Provide and develop training opportunities. Create and conduct staff performance evaluations. Communicate key issues and information to staff. Provide fair, constructive, and timely feedback. In partnership with Human Resources, follow disciplinary procedures as established in accordance with the employee handbook. Participate in supervisory training opportunities. Maintain a safe, diverse, and inclusive work environment. Who you are: Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment. Excellent customer service skills. Demonstrated problem-solving ability. Ability to communicate with co-workers and management with professionalism and respect. What you bring: Required Qualifications High School degree with 5 years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Serv-safe Certification Valid Driver’s License Ability to drive a van Demonstrated knowledge of production requirements, human resources and fiscal management. Demonstrated leadership in developing vision and strategic planning. Proficiency in Microsoft office, e-mail, CBORDsystem (or others), Recipe software, Inventory systems, Timekeeping systems, and Catering systems software. Demonstrated experience in managing labor costs. Experience with human resource management skills, including the selection, training, supervision and evaluation of professional exempt staff and nonexempt staff. Experience in large scale catering and event experience.  Experience in budget development, financial systems and operating budget management. Outstanding communication skills including interpersonal communication, writing, public speaking and presenting, teaching and instruction. Demonstrated experience in managing labor costs. Demonstrated problem-solving ability and strong commitment to customer service in a diverse community.  Demonstrated record of teamwork, collaboration and partnership with numerous operations, services, colleagues and programs. Working knowledge in a commercial restaurant, hotel, or catering establishment. Problem-solving skills are a necessary requirement for this position. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in food service administration, institutional management, nutrition, dietetics or related area. 4 or more years of progressively more responsible supervisory and administrative experience in a high volume food service operation that offers a varying daily menu. What You Will Get: You’ll work at one of the world's most renowned liberal arts Colleges, with incredible benefits, a stunning 420-acre campus, and a collaborative work environment. Join a team of passionate, creative people who work hard and have fun supporting the College students, faculty, and staff. We want to hear from you if you are excited about this role! For full consideration, submit applications with an uploaded resume, May 8, 2026. Applications received after this date may be reviewed on a rolling basis until the job has been filled. The market range for this position is $65,000-$77,000 per year, which represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range at the time of posting. The salary offered is determined based on factors including, but not limited to, experience and education of the final selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information. PA Criminal Clearance Required Swarthmore College requires a PA Criminal background check for all staff positions prior to the start of employment. MVR Clearance Required by Position Due to operating a College owned motor vehicle while performing essential job responsibilities for this position, a motor vehicle report (MVR) clearance is required prior to the start of employment. Preview our Benefits Flyer . We offer benefit plans starting at zero cost! Upon benefit eligibility, the College contributes 10% of an employee’s salary to their retirement account. Employees are 100% vested in their accounts on the date participation begins. 2026 Swarthmore Benefits Guidebook Retirement Plans Tuition Grant Program Tuition Reimbursement Program Paid Time Off (Staff) Holiday Schedule Swarthmore College is committed to creating a culture of respect and inclusion so that every member of our community feels a sense of belonging. We actively seek and welcome candidates with diverse perspectives and experiences, exceptional qualifications, and a demonstrable commitment to a more inclusive society and world. Swarthmore College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any identity or characteristic protected by law or College Policy. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:27:49 -0400 https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22216047/assistant-director-prospect-research https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22216047/assistant-director-prospect-research PA, Swarthmore College is a highly selective liberal arts college located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, whose mission combines academic rigor with social responsibility. Swarthmore has a strong institutional commitment to inclusive excellence and nondiscrimination in its educational program and employment practices and encourages candidates who will further advance the goal of fostering a diverse and inclusive community. As one of the nation’s finest institutions of higher learning, Swarthmore College is global in outlook and draws students from around the nation and world. The 425?acre campus is a designated arboretum, complete with gardens, rolling lawns, a creek, wooded hills, and hiking trails in the Crum Woods. Who We Are: The Swarthmore Office of Advancement manages the College’s relationship with its alumni, families, and friends to further Swarthmore’s commitment to intellectual rigor and creativity, nurturing of student confidence and curiosity, production of new knowledge, and inclusive excellence, among other goals. Advancement works closely with the President, faculty, and senior colleagues to foster positive and productive relationships that not only accelerate the objectives of the College but also represent meaningful and beneficial engagement for the Swarthmore community. In the office of Prospect Discovery and Development, part of the Office of Advancement, we increase fundraising effectiveness and efficiency through prospect research and prospect management. The opportunity: The Assistant Director, Prospect Research discovers, analyzes, synthesizes, summarizes, and distributes information in order to increase the identification, engagement, and solicitation of prospects by Advancement staff and College leadership. Through this work, they act as a key partner in the strategic planning and efficient operation of fundraising programs at Swarthmore College. Essential Responsibilities Research constituents and write extensive, well-written, and visually engaging profiles for the president, Board of Managers and other staff at Swarthmore in order to bolster fundraising results and guide strategy. Some scenarios that require profiles include one-on-one meetings between a constituent and the president; small, curated donor events involving the president, such as a private dinner; planned interactions between the president and an event host or VIP speaker, among other interactions. Other related projects include researching and writing honorary degree nominee briefing documents for the President’s Office in order to guide College leadership, staff, and faculty in their decisions about awarding honorary degrees. This includes acting as the department’s liaison to the President’s office for that project. Discover and evaluate potential new prospects on a regular basis, evaluating their philanthropic capacity, level of engagement, inclination, and their affinity for Swarthmore. Discover, analyze, synthesize, and summarize large volumes of biographic, business, philanthropic, and financial data, including complex financial and legal disclosures, technical and trade documents, court and tax records, corporate annual reports, SEC filings, and real property files in order to contribute to fundraising strategies for donors, campaigns, and events. Monitor, evaluate, and share constituent activity through daily news alerts on groupings of donors. Review Swarthmore College publications, Web pages, and social media accounts. Also assist in the review of national and international publications for general news and trend data that may assist in prospect research and management Monitor constituent activity through regular review of CRM reports and dashboards. Additional Responsibilities Assist as needed in prospect management activities, including meeting with staff who hold a portfolio of prospects Assist Advancement staff at College events, as needed. Serve on College or Advancement committees, as requested. Perform other assignments as directed by the Director of Prospect Discovery and Development.  Participate in professional organizations and conferences to enhance prospect research and prospect management skills and keep updated on best practices as possible with current budgets. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Who you are: Excellent writing and research skills. Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite Capacity for assimilating disparate data and providing analysis and recommended strategy based on findings Excellent organizational abilities. Excellent attention to detail and ability to handle multiple and varied tasks independently, while also working collaboratively. Skill in communicating with people, using tact and diplomacy, and the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality. Appreciation for the value of higher education. What you bring: Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree with three or more years of experience in prospect development or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Familiarity with Google Workspace Familiarity with major prospect research databases, relational databases, and internet search tools. Familiarity with a variety of other technical applications, such as fundraising databases and reporting software, and various research databases. Willingness to learn new computer and software skills as needed. Preferred Qualifications Experience in prospect development in higher education. Working knowledge and experience with major prospect research databases, relational databases, and internet search tools Working knowledge and experience with Google Workspace Familiarity with the Slate CRM What You Will Get: You’ll work at one of the world's most renowned liberal arts Colleges, with incredible benefits, a stunning 420-acre campus, and a collaborative work environment. Join a team of passionate, creative people who work hard and have fun supporting the College students, faculty, and staff. We want to hear from you if you are excited about this role! For full consideration, submit applications with an uploaded resume, including a cover letter by May 15, 2026 Applications received after this date may be reviewed on a rolling basis until the job has been filled. A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position. If you have experience that meets any of the preferred qualifications, please include a detailed explanation of any such experience in your cover letter and how it meets the preferred qualification(s). The market range for this position is $65,000-$79,000 per year, which represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range at the time of posting. The salary offered is determined based on factors including, but not limited to, experience and education of the final selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information. PA Criminal Clearance Required Swarthmore College requires a PA Criminal background check for all staff positions prior to the start of employment. Education Verification Required by Position An education verification is required for this position because a college degree is a required qualification for this position. Preview our Benefits Flyer . We offer benefit plans starting at zero cost! Upon benefit eligibility, the College contributes 10% of an employee’s salary to their retirement account. Employees are 100% vested in their accounts on the date participation begins. 2026 Swarthmore Benefits Guidebook Retirement Plans Tuition Grant Program Tuition Reimbursement Program Paid Time Off (Staff) Holiday Schedule Swarthmore College is committed to creating a culture of respect and inclusion so that every member of our community feels a sense of belonging. We actively seek and welcome candidates with diverse perspectives and experiences, exceptional qualifications, and a demonstrable commitment to a more inclusive society and world. Swarthmore College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any identity or characteristic protected by law or College Policy. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:27:49 -0400 https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22208733/administrative-coordinator https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22208733/administrative-coordinator PA, Swarthmore College is a highly selective liberal arts college located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, whose mission combines academic rigor with social responsibility. Swarthmore has a strong institutional commitment to inclusive excellence and nondiscrimination in its educational program and employment practices and encourages candidates who will further advance the goal of fostering a diverse and inclusive community. As one of the nation’s finest institutions of higher learning, Swarthmore College is global in outlook and draws students from around the nation and world. The 425?acre campus is a designated arboretum, complete with gardens, rolling lawns, a creek, wooded hills, and hiking trails in the Crum Woods. Who We Are: We are the Financial Aid Office at Swarthmore College - the office charged with providing need-based financial aid from various sources, and primarily from the College itself, to more than half of the student body at Swarthmore College. Aligning with the College’s strategic plan, “Swarthmore Forward,” the Financial Aid Office, and financial aid as a concept, ensures that all students at Swarthmore, regardless of their family’s financial position, are able to afford a Swarthmore education and can take full advantage of the opportunities offered by the College.  Utilizing a holistic financial need review process and methodologies rooted in horizontal and vertical equity, the Financial Aid Office team carefully steers the College’s financial resources toward students determined to have a need for financial assistance in covering the annual costs to attend Swarthmore College.  Additionally, the Financial Aid Office partners with the Admissions Office through four rounds each year of the admission application process, assisting thousands of prospective students and their families through the financial aid process. The Financial Aid Office team provides responsive and empathetic service to all prospective and admitted Swarthmore College students. The opportunity: The Financial Aid Administrative Coordinator provides counseling and assistance to students and families in areas of financing their Swarthmore education (student loans, financial aid, student accounts/tuition payments, student employment). The Financial Aid Coordinator serves as the first point of contact for office communications – email, phone, and visitation - and student/family engagement. Additionally, this position will be responsible for coordinating the office’s administrative needs.  The position covers three areas, listed in order of frequency annually:  Financial Aid Office communications/family support; Financial Aid Office administration; and Student Employment Office assistance. Financial aid and student employment programmatically reside within the Financial Aid Office, and both areas report to the Director of Financial Aid. The Director of Financial Aid is seeking an Administrative Coordinator who is curious and interested in developing a career in financial aid or student employment. The Administrative Coordinator is a key role on the Financial Aid team and will be exposed to all aspects of the Financial Aid process.  This position provides the opportunity to grow knowledge and skills while working directly with students and families. Essential Responsibilities Maintain a high level of service for current and prospective families interacting with the Financial Aid Office and Student Employment Office. Develop knowledge of documents and systems that collect, organize, and track documents received by the Financial Aid Office. Manage office communication, triaging student and family questions received via phone, email or in-person.  Develop a knowledge of and interpret complex policies, procedures, and regulations. Exercise discretion to determine appropriate resources for prospective and current students, escalating concerns as needed to other team members. Assist current and prospective students/families with booking appointments with other members of the Financial Aid Office team. Ensure confidentiality and security of data storage processes. Manage vendors, office purchases, catering, memberships, and monthly purchase reconciliations through the College’s budgeting software. Reconcile monthly operating budget for the Director. Facilitate planning and execution for prospective student visitation days as well as current student programming, and other office team events. Who you are: Reliable attention to detail Discretion and good judgment Ability to learn proprietary systems and processes Possess a genuine interest in assisting students/parents who may be stressed and confused Possessing an attitude of unflappability, assurance, assistance, and professionalism Exceptional customer service and strong personal and professional ethical standards Ability to adapt to changing needs and multitask accurately and efficiently Emotional intelligence, and interpersonal and conflict resolution skills What you bring: Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent with 3-5 years of job-related experience or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience Proficiency with Google and/or Microsoft Office applications Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree Familiarity with highly selective higher education settings Experience working with Enterprise Resource Planning systems Experience in financial aid Experience in human resources Familiarity with federal income tax forms and/or general accounting practices   What You Will Get: You’ll work at one of the world's most renowned liberal arts Colleges, with incredible benefits, a stunning 420-acre campus, and a collaborative work environment. Join a team of passionate, creative people who work hard and have fun supporting the College students, faculty, and staff. We want to hear from you if you are excited about this role! For full consideration, submit applications with an uploaded resume, including a cover letter by May 22, 2026. Applications received after this date may be reviewed on a rolling basis until the job has been filled. A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position. If you have experience that meets any of the preferred qualifications, please include a detailed explanation of any such experience in your cover letter and how it meets the preferred qualification(s). The market range for this position is $29.00-$36.00 per hour, which represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range at the time of posting. The salary offered is determined based on factors including, but not limited to, experience and education of the final selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information. PA Criminal Clearance Required Swarthmore College requires a PA Criminal background check for all staff positions prior to the start of employment. Preview our Benefits Flyer . We offer benefit plans starting at zero cost! Upon benefit eligibility, the College contributes 10% of an employee’s salary to their retirement account. Employees are 100% vested in their accounts on the date participation begins. 2026 Swarthmore Benefits Guidebook Retirement Plans Tuition Grant Program Tuition Reimbursement Program Paid Time Off (Staff) Holiday Schedule Swarthmore College is committed to creating a culture of respect and inclusion so that every member of our community feels a sense of belonging. We actively seek and welcome candidates with diverse perspectives and experiences, exceptional qualifications, and a demonstrable commitment to a more inclusive society and world. Swarthmore College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any identity or characteristic protected by law or College Policy. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:27:49 -0400 https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22200464/admissions-counselor https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22200464/admissions-counselor PA, Swarthmore College is a highly selective liberal arts college located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, whose mission combines academic rigor with social responsibility. Swarthmore has a strong institutional commitment to inclusive excellence and nondiscrimination in its educational program and employment practices and encourages candidates who will further advance the goal of fostering a diverse and inclusive community. As one of the nation’s finest institutions of higher learning, Swarthmore College is global in outlook and draws students from around the nation and world. The 425?acre campus is a designated arboretum, complete with gardens, rolling lawns, a creek, wooded hills, and hiking trails in the Crum Woods. Who We Are: The Swarthmore Office of Admissions is a mission-driven, close-knit team that manages a highly selective, holistic, and student-centered admissions process. Admissions deans seek out intellectually curious and enthusiastic learners from around the world who will contribute to building community and bridges across difference during their time at Swarthmore. The Admissions Office works particularly hard to reach underserved and traditionally  underrepresented students by developing innovative outreach campaigns, forming relationships with counselors and advisors, and thinking outside of the traditional “highly selective college” box. Professionals in the Admissions Office are curious about the world, focused on dismantling and reducing inequities in K-12 and higher education, and work every day to mitigate barriers to attract the brightest, most accomplished, and most diverse class for Swarthmore College. The opportunity: The Admissions Counselor role is an entry level position that focuses on the core activities required for recruitment and selection of the College’s first year and transfer class. Tasks performed include: Engaging with campus visitors by giving information sessions and supporting in-person and virtual events Reading and evaluating applications Managing and recruiting from a regional territory through a mix of in-person and virtual meetings with high schools and college access organizations, college fairs, and admissions workshops and presentations Managing entry level programs and projects as assigned Representing the College at professional conferences and the Admissions Office on selected College committees Admissions Counselors are supported with detailed training and instructions to complete their work, and their assignments can be completed following standard practices and procedures. Essential Responsibilities Campus Visitor Engagement Hybrid – These responsibilities require on-campus presence for in-person engagements, but may allow for remote coverage when events are conducted virtually.  Conducts hour-long group information sessions in order to provide an overview of the College and answer specific questions. Participates in open houses and spring yield events, managing logistical and programmatic tasks as directed. Interviews prospective applicants one-on-one in order to assess the student’s match for Swarthmore’s program and to answer specific questions. Responds to questions submitted by phone, personal visit, email, or letter. Application Review Hybrid – These responsibilities require on-campus presence for training, committee, and other meetings as determined by the office. Otherwise, remote work is possible for much of the application review process. As part of a rotating team, reads, evaluates, and rates applications to assess prospective students’ match for first-year admission, transfer admission, and Discover Swarthmore (the College’s prospective student fly-in program). Participates in office-wide admissions committee discussion of applicants during Early Decision and Regular Decision rounds. May participate in admissions committees for special populations (e.g., recruited athletes, merit scholarship recipients, or other groups).  Recruitment and Outreach Remote – These responsibilities require travel to U.S. and international territories as assigned. Virtual recruitment activity can be conducted from a remote location off-campus, but is not meant to overlap with in-person recruitment travel.   Takes primary responsibility for counseling prospective students and high school counselors from a regional territory of the U.S. or internationally in order to provide information about the College (e.g., the nature of liberal arts and learning at Swarthmore; how to apply to college; or, the selectivity and requirements of Swarthmore). Meets with prospective students and high school counselors through in-person recruitment travel and virtual recruitment activities, including: Secondary school (high school) visits Community college visits Visits with community-based college access organizations Receptions College fairs Recruitment days will typically entail a mix of four to five events per day including evening events. Dedicates four to six weeks to a mix of recruitment travel and virtual recruitment throughout the year, including three to four weeks in the fall (August to November). Makes all travel arrangements. Conducts outreach programs or workshops for communities in regional territory that may have previously untapped sources of potential students in order to increase the geographic, economic, and cultural diversity of the Swarthmore student body. Works with administrative assistants to update and maintain electronic records of high school visits, college fairs, and other programs related to recruitment. Projects, Programs, and Professional Development Hybrid – These responsibilities may require some on-campus presence for certain meetings or in-person programming and training. Otherwise, remote work is often possible for various planning, analysis, and meeting responsibilities tied to these projects. Conference attendance often requires travel to U.S. or international territories as assigned.     Manages junior level programs and projects which require: Learning and applying admissions policy and procedures to resolve routine issues Solving problems of narrow scope Building relationships with internal and external stakeholders to contextualize the impact of admissions work Contributes to intermediate level programs and projects that are managed by a more senior staff member, requiring: The application of admissions policy and procedures to a broad variety of issues Solving problems that require data analysis and situational expertise Independent judgement within defined procedures and practices to make appropriate decisions Project areas may include but are not limited to: International admissions Technology support Recruitment Selection Social media and web presence Supporting student staff Coordinating alumni volunteers Coordinates student staff or volunteers as assigned, including but not limited to: Tour guides Bloggers Interviewers Event panelists Overnight hosts Represents the College at meetings and conferences, including regional and national conferences, in order to play an active role in the larger admissions profession. Serves as a member of College committees where appropriate for an Admissions Office presence. Drafts messages to support email campaigns managed by the Director of Admissions Communications to communicate with prospective students. Serves as a member of ad hoc committees as needed to develop new Admissions initiatives or programs, or review current programs and practices for their effectiveness in meeting the office mission. Supervisory Responsibilities May supervise a group of student staff. Who you are: Fosters and abides by a high standard of professional ethics in order to uphold the integrity of the Admissions Office and the College. Must at all times maintain the strict confidentiality of the office. What you bring: Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree Public speaking experience Ability to write clearly and persuasively Familiarity with word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and video conferencing software Valid driver’s license Ability to travel to U.S. and international destinations using various modes of transport, including by car, bus, train, plane, or boat Preferred Qualifications Fluency in written, oral, or signed (e.g., ASL) communication in a second language Familiarity with Google Workspace and Zoom Knowledge of Slate CRM What You Will Get: You’ll work at one of the world's most renowned liberal arts Colleges, with incredible benefits, a stunning 420-acre campus, and a collaborative work environment. Join a team of passionate, creative people who work hard and have fun supporting the College students, faculty, and staff. We want to hear from you if you are excited about this role! For full consideration, submit applications with an uploaded resume, including a cover letter by April 30, 2026. Applications received after this date may be reviewed on a rolling basis until the job has been filled. A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position. If you have experience that meets any of the preferred qualifications, please include a detailed explanation of any such experience in your cover letter and how it meets the preferred qualification(s). The market range for this position is $58,000-$60,000 per year, which represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range at the time of posting. The salary offered is determined based on factors including, but not limited to, experience and education of the final selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information. PA Criminal Clearance Required Swarthmore College requires a PA Criminal background check for all staff positions prior to the start of employment. Education Verification Required by Position An education verification is required for this position because a college degree is a required qualification for this position. Preview our Benefits Flyer . We offer benefit plans starting at zero cost! Upon benefit eligibility, the College contributes 10% of an employee’s salary to their retirement account. Employees are 100% vested in their accounts on the date participation begins. 2026 Swarthmore Benefits Guidebook Retirement Plans Tuition Grant Program Tuition Reimbursement Program Paid Time Off (Staff) Holiday Schedule Swarthmore College is committed to creating a culture of respect and inclusion so that every member of our community feels a sense of belonging. We actively seek and welcome candidates with diverse perspectives and experiences, exceptional qualifications, and a demonstrable commitment to a more inclusive society and world. Swarthmore College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any identity or characteristic protected by law or College Policy. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:27:49 -0400 https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22172149/postdoctoral-researcher https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22172149/postdoctoral-researcher PA, Swarthmore College is a highly selective liberal arts college located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, whose mission combines academic rigor with social responsibility. Swarthmore has a strong institutional commitment to inclusive excellence and nondiscrimination in its educational program and employment practices and encourages candidates who will further advance the goal of fostering a diverse and inclusive community. As one of the nation’s finest institutions of higher learning, Swarthmore College is global in outlook and draws students from around the nation and world. The 425?acre campus is a designated arboretum, complete with gardens, rolling lawns, a creek, wooded hills, and hiking trails in the Crum Woods. Who We Are: We invite applications for an experimental research postdoctoral position in the Smith Materials Lab led by Associate Prof. Hillary Smith in the Physics Department at Swarthmore College. 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 opportunity: We invite applications for an experimental research postdoctoral position in the Smith Materials Lab led by Associate Prof. Hillary Smith in the Physics Department at Swarthmore College. We are looking for a highly motivated researcher with a PhD in materials science, physics, applied physics, mechanical engineering or closely related field. Applicants with strong experimental skills and experience in neutron or X-ray scattering are especially encouraged to apply. 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. 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 on an annual renewal basis.   Essential Responsibilities Perform neutron scattering experiments, analyze, and interpret data (30%) Write beamtime proposals and scientific research papers, and present research in written and oral form internally and externally (30%) Perform lab-based materials preparation and characterization (15%) Mentor undergraduate research students (15%) Perform lab chores and instrument maintenance (10%) What you bring: Required Qualifications PhD in materials science, physics, applied physics, mechanical engineering Demonstrated background in condensed-matter physics Demonstrated mathematical and computational skills Experience with spectroscopy What You Will Get: You’ll work at one of the world's most renowned liberal arts Colleges, with incredible benefits, a stunning 420-acre campus, and a collaborative work environment. Join a team of passionate, creative people who work hard and have fun supporting the College students, faculty, and staff. The market range for this position is $55,000-$65,000 per year, which represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range at the time of posting. The salary offered is determined based on factors including, but not limited to, experience and education of the final selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information. We want to hear from you if you are excited about this role! For full consideration, submit applications with an uploaded resume, including a cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position. If you have experience that meets any of the preferred qualifications, please include a detailed explanation of any such experience in your cover letter and how it meets the preferred qualification(s). PA Criminal Required Swarthmore College requires a PA Criminal background check for all staff positions prior to the start of employment. Education Verification Required by Position An education verification is required for this position because a college degree is a required qualification for this position. Preview our Benefits Flyer . We offer benefit plans starting at zero cost! Upon benefit eligibility, the College contributes 10% of an employee’s salary to their retirement account. Employees are 100% vested in their accounts on the date participation begins. 2025 Swarthmore Benefits Guidebook Retirement Plans Tuition Grant Program Tuition Reimbursement Program Paid Time Off (Staff) Holiday Schedule Swarthmore College actively seeks and welcomes applications from candidates with exceptional qualifications, particularly those with demonstrable commitments to a more inclusive society and world. Swarthmore College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:27:49 -0400 https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22093437/operations-systems-analyst https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22093437/operations-systems-analyst PA, Swarthmore College is a highly selective liberal arts college located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, whose mission combines academic rigor with social responsibility. Swarthmore has a strong institutional commitment to inclusive excellence and nondiscrimination in its educational program and employment practices and encourages candidates who will further advance the goal of fostering a diverse and inclusive community. As one of the nation’s finest institutions of higher learning, Swarthmore College is global in outlook and draws students from around the nation and world. The 425?acre campus is a designated arboretum, complete with gardens, rolling lawns, a creek, wooded hills, and hiking trails in the Crum Woods. The opportunity: Reporting to the Director of Administrative Information Systems (AIS) in the Information Technology Services department, this highly collaborative position serves as the primary technical lead and functional analyst for the Division of Student Affairs. The Operations Systems Analyst provides comprehensive application administration, data analysis, and project management support for the division's technology portfolio. This role is critical to the College’s transition to Workday Student. The Analyst will lead the analysis of business processes, configuration, testing, and data validation for Student Affairs functional areas (including Academic Success, Registrar, Residential Life, Student Conduct, and Career Services) during the implementation. Post-implementation, the role will continue to oversee system optimizations, integrations, and reporting while supporting legacy third-party applications. Essential Responsibilities Workday Student Implementation & Optimization Serve as the functional-technical lead for Student Affairs modules within the Workday Student implementation project. Analyze current Student Affairs business processes and map them to Workday capabilities; recommend best practices for configuration and workflow design. Coordinate and perform functional unit testing, end-to-end testing, and user acceptance testing (UAT) for Student Affairs processes. Executes data conversion tasks and participates in validating the accuracy and integrity of data migrated from legacy systems to Workday. Systems Administration & Operations Provides ongoing operational and technical support for the Student Affairs technology portfolio, including but not limited to Maxient, Medicat, Adirondack, Handshake, Titanium, and Terra Dotta. Administers user access and security settings for divisional applications; ensures provisioning aligns with College policy and data security standards. Develops third-party integrations using iPaaS solution and Workday integration tools Monitors third-party systems integration with the ERP (Banner/Workday); troubleshoots data sync issues when necessary. Coordinates application upgrades, patches, and maintenance windows with Student Affairs, vendors, and ITS resources. Supports the Registrar’s Office by assisting with degree audit processes, honors evaluation, and graduation requirement validation. Provides systems support for cyclical academic and administrative processes, including but not limited to annual tasks related to billing, housing, course registration, and enrollment workflows. Data Analysis & Reporting Extracts, gathers, interprets, analyzes, and visualizes divisional data to support decision-making. The analyst coordinates with the Office of Institutional Effectiveness, Research & Assessment (IERA) to ensure data provided to stakeholders across the College aligns with institutional standards. Develops and maintains reports and dashboards using College standard tools to meet internal requirements. This role collaborates directly with IERA to ensure data accuracy and consistency for all external reporting and public-facing dashboards. Participates in Data Governance activities as a divisional representative. The position involves coordinating with the Data Governance Committee and data stewards to ensure data integrity, consistent definitions, and adherence to institutional data policies. Project Management & Liaison Maintains relationships with Student Affairs staff, reviews technical requirements, advises on best practices, evaluates needs, identifies and recommends solutions. Provides documentation and training materials to end-users, as well as internal departmental documentation for ITS. Trains other staff and supports onboarding of new hires by sharing systems knowledge, workflows, and best practices. Assists Student Affairs departments in resolving software or procedural issues. Maintains confidentiality regarding highly sensitive data containing information on students, faculty, and staff. Who you are: Must be able to work independently and organize, track, and prioritize workload. Must be able to interact effectively with departmental liaisons and coordinate activities between several departments working towards a common goal. Self-starter, independent worker, highly organized, ability to multitask, ability to translate the technical into functional speak. Must be able to provide an excellent customer service experience with staff of varying levels of technical competency and exposure. What you bring: Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree. 3-5 years of experience supporting enterprise software applications or higher education systems (e.g., Housing, Conduct, Health systems). Experience with higher education ERP systems (Ellucian Banner or Workday) is highly desirable. Demonstrated knowledge of functional areas within Student Affairs (e.g., residential life, student conduct, student engagement). Experience with reporting tools and data analysis. Experience with API integrations or vendor data feeds. Experience with Oracle PL/SQL. Experience with an ETL tools. Preferred Qualifications Experience participating in a major system implementation or migration (Workday experience is a plus). Understanding of data governance principles and data security best practices. What You Will Get: You’ll work at one of the world's most renowned liberal arts Colleges, with incredible benefits, a stunning 420-acre campus, and a collaborative work environment. Join a team of passionate, creative people who work hard and have fun supporting the College students, faculty, and staff. We want to hear from you if you are excited about this role! For full consideration, submit applications with an uploaded resume, including a cover letter, by March 27, 2026. Applications received after this date may be reviewed on a rolling basis until the job has been filled. A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position. If you have experience that meets any of the preferred qualifications, please include a detailed explanation of any such experience in your cover letter and how it meets the preferred qualification(s). The market range for this position is $96,000-$118,000 per year, which represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range at the time of posting. The salary offered is determined based on factors including, but not limited to, experience and education of the final selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information. PA Criminal Clearance Required Swarthmore College requires a PA Criminal background check for all staff positions prior to the start of employment. Education Verification Required by Position An education verification is required for this position because a college degree is a required qualification for this position. Preview our Benefits Flyer . We offer benefit plans starting at zero cost! Upon benefit eligibility, the College contributes 10% of an employee’s salary to their retirement account. Employees are 100% vested in their accounts on the date participation begins. 2026 Swarthmore Benefits Guidebook Retirement Plans Tuition Grant Program Tuition Reimbursement Program Paid Time Off (Staff) Holiday Schedule Swarthmore College is committed to creating a culture of respect and inclusion so that every member of our community feels a sense of belonging. We actively seek and welcome candidates with diverse perspectives and experiences, exceptional qualifications, and a demonstrable commitment to a more inclusive society and world. Swarthmore College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any identity or characteristic protected by law or College Policy. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:27:49 -0400 https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/21814326/postdoctoral-researcher https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/21814326/postdoctoral-researcher PA, Swarthmore College is a highly selective liberal arts college located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, whose mission combines academic rigor with social responsibility. Swarthmore has a strong institutional commitment to inclusive excellence and nondiscrimination in its educational program and employment practices and encourages candidates who will further advance the goal of fostering a diverse and inclusive community. As one of the nation’s finest institutions of higher learning, Swarthmore College is global in outlook and draws students from around the nation and world. The 425?acre campus is a designated arboretum, complete with gardens, rolling lawns, a creek, wooded hills, and hiking trails in the Crum Woods. Who We Are: We invite applications for a postdoctoral position in tissue biomechanics to work in the group of Associate Prof. Eva-Maria Collins at Swarthmore College. The Collins lab is an interdisciplinary group of  students, postdocs, 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 mentoring experience is an asset. The opportunity: This NSF-funded position is for an interdisciplinary research project aimed at investigating how short-range forces generate long-range order in extreme tissue deformations using Hydra as an experimental system. Hydra is uniquely suitable for in vivo biomechanics studies due to optical transparency and amenability to chemical, physical, and genetic perturbations. Its simple anatomy makes it amenable to mathematical modeling. This position combines both experiments and modeling. The position is research focused but offers options for teaching and mentoring undergraduate students. Thus, this position is especially well-suited for individuals interested in a career at a primary undergraduate institution. It will provide opportunities for gaining teaching experience and guidance in developing a competitive research program amenable to undergraduate research. It also provides plenty of avenues to interact with faculty, postdocs, and undergraduate students in other departments at Swarthmore College, with colleagues at the University of Pennsylvania (only a 20-minute drive away), and national and international collaborators.   Essential Responsibilities 1) Perform experiments, analyze, and interpret data (35%) – in person 2) Perform computational work and mathematical modeling (25%) – hybrid possible 3) Presentation of work in written reports, scientific manuscripts, grant proposals, and oral presentations  (15%) – hybrid possible 4) Supervise and mentor undergraduate research students (15%) – in person 5) Perform animal care, lab chores, and instrument maintenance (10%) – in person Additional Responsibilities Performs other job-related duties as assigned.   Supervisory Responsibilities Co-supervise and train 1-3 undergraduate students per semester and during the summer. Who you are: We are looking for a highly motivated researcher with a PhD in biophysics, bioengineering, quantitative biology, systems biology, or closely related field. PhD experience with molecular biology techniques, in vivo microscopy, and developing new experimental and/or computational approaches is preferred. Applicants with a strong interest in mathematical modeling of biological systems are especially encouraged to apply. What you bring: Qualifications Required PhD in biophysics, quantitative biology, bioengineering or closely related field. Demonstrated working experience with standard cellular and molecular biology work. Demonstrated mathematical modeling skills. Demonstrated coding experience in MATLAB or Python (or similar languages). Demonstrated experience with advanced microscopy (e.g. confocal, SPIM). Excellent organizational and communication skills. Preferred Demonstrated experience working with cell culture. Demonstrated experience with robotics. Demonstrated experience with designing and building custom experimental setups. Demonstrated experience mentoring student researchers. Demonstrated leadership experience.   How to Apply: We want to hear from you if you are excited about this role! For full consideration, submit applications with your CV, cover letter, and list of three references by December 5, 2025. Applications received after this date may be reviewed on a rolling basis until the job has been filled. The market range for this position is $65,000 - $71,000 per year, which represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range at the time of posting. The salary offered is determined based on factors including, but not limited to, experience and education of the final selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information. PA Criminal Clearance Required Swarthmore College requires a PA Criminal background check for all staff positions prior to the start of employment. Education Verification Required by Position An education verification is required for this position because a college degree is a required qualification for this position. Preview our Benefits Flyer . We offer benefit plans starting at zero cost! Upon benefit eligibility, the College contributes 10% of an employee’s salary to their retirement account. Employees are 100% vested in their accounts on the date participation begins. 2025 Swarthmore Benefits Guidebook Retirement Plans Tuition Grant Program Tuition Reimbursement Program Paid Time Off (Staff) Holiday Schedule Swarthmore College is committed to creating a culture of respect and inclusion so that every member of our community feels a sense of belonging. We actively seek and welcome candidates with diverse perspectives and experiences, exceptional qualifications, and a demonstrable commitment to a more inclusive society and world. Swarthmore College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any identity or characteristic protected by law or College Policy. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:27:49 -0400