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Orientation Coordinator jobs are open across higher education, healthcare, corporate HR, and nonprofit organizations, from entry-level to senior coordinator and program manager roles, with specializations in new employee onboarding, student orientation, and clinical staff training. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Work type: Staff Full-time
Location: UMBC Campus
Categories: Admissions
The Undergraduate Admissions Events and Orientation Coordinator is responsible for assisting and supporting the planning, implementation, and logistics of over 50 departmental on-and off-campus events per year.
UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $54,500 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.
A hybrid telework schedule may be available.
The Undergraduate Admissions Events and Orientation Coordinator is responsible for assisting and supporting the planning, implementation, and logistics of over 50 departmental on-and off-campus events per year. Admissions events range from small boutique-style receptions for 50 guests to large admitted student days welcoming over 3,000 guests, virtual information sessions and event programs, and off-campus strategic market events to drive enrollment.
Orientation programming includes online, student-paced modules, virtual academic advising appointments, and 25 summer and 10 winter one-day on-campus sessions with additional programming overnight and weekends for extended orientation options. In addition, this position recruits, hires, trains, coaches, and supervises our Orientation Peer Ambassadors, our student personnel who help transition 3,500 new students and their families to the UMBC Community.
This position requires extensive and complex planning and coordination with both internal and external vendors in addition to a strong background in student staff supervision and leadership development. As the primary staff overseeing our Orientation Peer Ambassadors, this position also requires experience in student leadership development and management.
- Bachelor's Degree
- Two years' experience, preferably working with events in a university setting
- Student leadership development or student supervision in a university setting.
A background check will be required.
Upload a cover letter and a resume.
UMBC offers a rich benefits package.
Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here):
Generous Leave which includes accruing:
- 22 Days of Annual Leave
- 15 Days of Sick Leave
- 15 Holidays
- 3 Personal Days
Tuition Remission:
- 8 credit hours per semester
- Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment
Additional Benefits:
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)
- Professional development opportunities
- Wellness opportunities
- & Much more
Salary: $54,500 to $61,500 depending on qualifications and experience.
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations.
The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Accommodation:
If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Advertised: Nov 12 2026 09:00 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Open Until Filled
Work type: Staff Full-time
Location: UMBC Campus
Categories: Admissions
The Undergraduate Admissions Events and Orientation Coordinator is responsible for assisting and supporting the planning, implementation, and logistics of over 50 departmental on-and off-campus events per year.
UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $54,500 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.
A hybrid telework schedule may be available.
The Undergraduate Admissions Events and Orientation Coordinator is responsible for assisting and supporting the planning, implementation, and logistics of over 50 departmental on-and off-campus events per year. Admissions events range from small boutique-style receptions for 50 guests to large admitted student days welcoming over 3,000 guests, virtual information sessions and event programs, and off-campus strategic market events to drive enrollment.
Orientation programming includes online, student-paced modules, virtual academic advising appointments, and 25 summer and 10 winter one-day on-campus sessions with additional programming overnight and weekends for extended orientation options. In addition, this position recruits, hires, trains, coaches, and supervises our Orientation Peer Ambassadors, our student personnel who help transition 3,500 new students and their families to the UMBC Community.
This position requires extensive and complex planning and coordination with both internal and external vendors in addition to a strong background in student staff supervision and leadership development. As the primary staff overseeing our Orientation Peer Ambassadors, this position also requires experience in student leadership development and management.
- Bachelor's Degree
- Two years' experience, preferably working with events in a university setting
- Student leadership development or student supervision in a university setting.
A background check will be required.
Upload a cover letter and a resume.
UMBC offers a rich benefits package.
Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here):
Generous Leave which includes accruing:
- 22 Days of Annual Leave
- 15 Days of Sick Leave
- 15 Holidays
- 3 Personal Days
Tuition Remission:
- 8 credit hours per semester
- Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment
Additional Benefits:
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)
- Professional development opportunities
- Wellness opportunities
- & Much more
Salary: $54,500 to $61,500 depending on qualifications and experience.
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations.
The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Accommodation:
If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Advertised: Nov 12 2026 09:00 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Open Until Filled
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in orientation coordinator jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, education, communications, or a related field
- Experience designing or facilitating onboarding or orientation programs for employees or students
- Proficiency with learning management systems and virtual meeting platforms
- Strong public speaking and group facilitation skills for in-person and virtual sessions
- Ability to coordinate logistics across multiple departments, vendors, and schedules simultaneously
- Experience tracking program participation, completion metrics, and participant feedback data
Tips for Your Orientation Coordinator Job Search
Tailor your resume to onboarding outcomes
Hiring managers for orientation coordinator roles want to see measurable results, not just duties. Reframe your experience around outcomes like retention rates, completion rates, or time-to-productivity improvements you supported, even if you weren't solely responsible for those numbers.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists orientation coordinator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight your facilitation and delivery methods
Many postings distinguish between coordinators who design programs and those who deliver them. Call out the formats you've run, such as in-person cohort sessions, live virtual webinars, or self-paced learning modules, so recruiters can quickly match you to what they need.
Match your application to the sector's language
The vocabulary differs sharply by industry. Higher ed postings use terms like new student orientation and cohort programming, while corporate roles lean on onboarding, L&D, and employee experience. Mirror the exact language in each posting to pass applicant tracking system filters.
Prepare a scenario answer about a failed session
Interviewers for orientation coordinator roles almost always ask how you handled a session that went sideways, whether that was a no-show presenter, tech failure, or disengaged group. Prepare a specific example with a clear recovery action and what you changed afterward.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate salary
Orientation coordinator offers vary widely based on whether the role owns content design, vendor management, or just scheduling and logistics. Clarify the full scope of responsibilities before accepting any offer so you're evaluating roles with equivalent workloads.
Orientation Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most orientation coordinators?
Tesla, Michels, and Purdue University are hiring the most orientation coordinators right now, with openings concentrated in Utah, Texas, and Nevada, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems and large public universities consistently represent a significant share of active postings.
How many orientation coordinator jobs are remote?
About 50% of orientation coordinator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though availability depends heavily on the sector. Corporate HR and L&D coordinator roles are more likely to offer remote flexibility, while student orientation and clinical onboarding positions typically require on-site presence for facilitation.
How do you become an orientation coordinator?
Most orientation coordinator roles require a bachelor's degree in a field like human resources, education, or communications, combined with direct experience facilitating group sessions or coordinating programs. Build your background by volunteering to lead onboarding projects, new student programs, or training workshops in your current role, then document the outcomes you contributed to before applying.
Can you get hired as an orientation coordinator with little experience?
Entry-level orientation coordinator positions exist, particularly in higher education and nonprofit organizations, where candidates who coordinated campus events, peer mentoring programs, or volunteer training are considered competitive. Emphasize any experience managing schedules, communicating with groups, and running structured activities, even if the role wasn't formally titled coordinator.
What does the orientation coordinator interview process look like?
Most orientation coordinator interviews include an initial phone or video screen with HR, followed by a panel interview with the hiring manager and team members from HR, student affairs, or operations. Many employers add a practical component, such as presenting a sample orientation agenda or walking through how you'd handle a common facilitation challenge, before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to orientation coordinator jobs?
You can find and apply to orientation coordinator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and sector, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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