Robotics Program Support Coordinator
Other Position Information
About Kettering: Kettering University is a national leader in experiential STEM and business education, integrating an intense academic curriculum with applied professional experience. We inspire students to realize their potential and advance their ideas by combining theory and practice better than any institution in the world. Kettering University is dedicated to achieving the extraordinary through technological innovation, leadership, and service, built on values that foster respect, integrity, creativity, collaboration, and excellence in growth, global leadership, community outreach, and an engaged community of stakeholders.
Benefits: include health, dental and vision coverage; retirement benefits with up to a 9% Kettering matching contribution; life and accident insurance; tuition assistance and waiver programs; vacation and holiday pay; sick and disability pay; home purchase assistance program; recreation center membership; and many other benefits.
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Position Status Part-time
If Part Time, hours per week
Posting Text
Preferred Qualifications
High school education or higher
Competitive robotics experience is a plus but not required
Event coordination experience is a plus
Job Specific Required Qualifications
Organized and Efficient
Familiar with Microsoft 365 or Microsoft Office
Computer literacy
Good communicator (listening, speaking, and writing)
Detail oriented
Creative
Friendly demeanor
Moderate physical labor required
Posting Information
Posting Number SP00489
Posting Date 09/02/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
This role is planned for an average of 20 hours a week. However, some weeks will require less hours, while others require more. Due to some evening or weekend events, the day to day schedule is flexible.
Job Duties
Job Duties
Percent of total time 40
Duties
Administrative Assistance to Robotics Center Staff
Secure quotes
Process orders
Process marketing requests
Campus room reservations
Robotics Center Calendar integrated with Campus Events
Secure meal vouchers for events
Schedule campus tours for robotic events
Other duties as assigned
Percent of total time 10
Duties
Robotics Pre-college Camps
Prepare dates, camp descriptions, fees for Slate entry
Track camp supply needs
Secure dormitory rooms
Secure meal vouchers
Schedule activity providers
Schedule campus tours
Schedule admissions presentations
Prepare RA’s and camp assistants
Secure and print consent & release forms
Other duties as assigned
Percent of total time 30
Duties
Robotic Event/Competition Support
Secure needed volunteers
Branded Kettering and sponsor signage is set up
Opening ceremony includes sponsor videos, bios, etc.
Secure hotel rooms for approved key volunteers
Operate registration and recruitment tables
Volunteer snacks, beverages, snack and meal vouchers, and coupons distributed
Secure coffee and food trucks
Assist with event set up and tear down
Other duties as assigned
Percent of total time 20
Duties
Judge Advisor Role for Competitions
Complete Judge Advisor training for VEX & RECF
Assemble volunteer judges
Hold virtual meeting for volunteer judges to review judging process
Coordinate and operate remote judging of team notebooks
Coordinate and operate in-person judging interviews and deliberations at the event
Lead the awards presentation at events
Other duties as assigned