Office Coordinator at University of Notre Dame — NeverHard

Job Description The Office Coordinator serves as the central administrative and operational support professional for the University of Notre Dame's Washington Office. This role is responsible for ensuring the smooth, efficient, and professional day-to-day operation of the office by coordinating administrative activities, managing logistics, supporting events and programs, and providing exceptional service to visitors and stakeholders. As a key member of the Washington Office team, the Office Coordinator helps create a welcoming, organized, and mission-driven environment that advances the University's academic, governmental, and outreach initiatives in the nation's capital. This position requires regular on-site presence at the Washington Office to support daily operations, events, and visitor engagement. Evening and weekend work may be required to support special events and programming. Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary administrative and operational support professional for the Washington Office, ensuring the efficient day-to-day functioning of the office. Coordinate and manage office operations, including supplies, equipment, facilities-related needs, vendor relationships, and administrative processes. Maintain organized records, files, databases, and documentation in accordance with University policies and procedures. Coordinate calendars, meetings, travel arrangements, and other administrative activities to support office leadership and staff. Process invoices, expense reports, purchasing requests, and other routine financial and administrative transactions. Serve as the first point of contact for visitors, faculty, staff, students, alumni, policymakers, and external partners, providing a welcoming and professional experience. Respond to inquiries, facilitate connections, and direct individuals to appropriate resources and personnel. Foster a hospitable and mission-aligned environment that reflects the values and priorities of the University of Notre Dame. Coordinate logistics for meetings, conferences, lectures, receptions, and other programs and events hosted by the Washington Office. Manage event-related activities, including scheduling, registration, catering, vendor coordination, materials preparation, and on-site support. Support the successful execution of events by providing hands-on coordination before, during, and after programs. Prepare, edit, and distribute correspondence, reports, presentations, and other communications. Facilitate communication and information sharing among Washington Office staff, University departments, and external stakeholders. Assist with special projects and initiatives that support the strategic goals and mission of the Washington Office. Exercise sound judgment, professionalism, and discretion when handling confidential or sensitive information. Provide occasional evening and weekend support for events, programs, and office activities as needed.