Penn State University · 1 month ago
Administrative Support Assistant Intermediate Support - Biology
University Park, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$38K/yr - $56K/yr
2+ years expPenn State University is seeking an Administrative Support Assistant - Intermediate Support to provide assistance to the Department of Biology. The successful candidate will coordinate departmental events, prepare course materials, and maintain office organization while fostering a positive work environment.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Coordinate departmental seminars, specialty seminars and departmental events
Prepare bulk copy requests of course materials as requested by faculty
Assist with requisition development of PT non-academic employees in Workday and monitor candidates through hiring process
Maintain office directories, departmental website, listservs
Greet incoming guests, assist with scheduling Biology conference rooms and College net room
Request sponsored accounts as needed
Collection and submission of Fed Ex invoices, honorariums and lyft charges
Maintain general neatness/organization of main departmental waiting area
Perform domestic and international mailings requests, distribute mailing as needed
Qualification
Required
General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or High School (HS)
2+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Strong investigative skills
Excellent communication skills
Excellent organization skills
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Ability to handle multiple priorities
Ability to monitor and meet overlapping deadlines
Demonstrate initiative
Demonstrate collegiality
Demonstrate accuracy
Promote a culture that is conducive to effective relationships among diverse team members
Communicate clearly
Incorporate new facts and ideas into group processes
Apply creative thinking to develop new solutions
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Robust retirement plans
Substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time
Generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children
Company
Penn State University
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Hamza Jamjoom
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Kara Pytko
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