Purdue University Seeks Senior Administrative Assistant

· Support the Assistant Director for Academic Excellence & Transformational Education

· Support the Assistant Director for Transfer & Pathway Programs

· Plan, coordinate, and provide logistical support for events and programs, including promoting events, tracking attendance, reserving space, ordering catering, arranging travel, coordinating with vendors, etc. as needed

· Create and maintain promotional communications for student engagement, such as the weekly student newsletter, social media posts/oversight, flyers, emails, memos, etc. consistent with Purdue brand requirements

· Write or help prepare agendas, presentations, promotional copy, meeting notes, or other communications within and external to the College of Agriculture

· Maintain and update website content for web pages related to position

· Assist with the collection of student data and prepare data reports as assigned

· Arrange travel for Assistant Directors upon request; reconcile travel expenses using Concur

· Maintain awareness of fiscal procedures; track and record expenses

· Collaborate with individuals within department, College, and University for various events, programs, initiatives, etc.

· Identify, recommend, and execute procedural improvements related to position or department

· Provide feedback or input on applications, nominations, or other materials as needed

· Provide backup coverage for the front desk; backup other support staff positions as needed

· Other duties as assigned by the Associate Dean & Director of Academic Program

· High school diploma/GED

· 3 years of experience in an administrative support role

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Ability to handle frequent interruptions, balance multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality

· Strong organizational and time management skills and attention to detail

· Advanced computer and related software skills to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet, etc.

· Ability to collaborate and communicate with individuals at all levels within and external to the university to support department needs

· Ability to interpret policies and procedures to proactively resolve issues or improve processes

· Ability to identify problems and implement or recommend solutions

· Drafting, proofreading and editing skills

Additional Information

· All new hires will be expected to follow Protect Purdue guidelines. To learn more, visit https://bit.ly/3DH3z6f

· Purdue will not sponsor work authorization for this position.

· A background check is required for employment in this position

· This was formerly classified as an operational/technical position; an internal lateral transfer will retain same benefit standing.

· FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible for Overtime)

· Retirement: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan

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