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.

To learn more please view the Kettering University Profile.

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