Administrative Assistant (Part-Time)

Benedict College • Columbia, SC

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About The Position

To handle a range of responsibilities and assignments to support the principal investigator for the NSF EPIIC grant. This is a part-time grant-funded position set to end September 30, 2026. The administrative assistant will embrace attributes of adaptability and flexibility as the specific duties and responsibilities may evolve over time.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with at least 18 months prior administrative experience relevant to the position, or equivalent or at least two years of college supplemented by at least two years of progressively responsible clerical and administrative experience; or an equivalent combination of training or experience
• Keen attention to detail and superior organizational skills
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel), and familiarity with Internet research
• Ability to maintain communications efforts (e.g., newsletter, social media pages, photography)
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Must possess high levels of tact and diplomacy
• Considerable knowledge of social media (e.g., LinkedIn, Facebook, etc)
• Ability to work and interact with the general public and college personnel
• Good organizational skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good computer and keyboarding skills
• Must possess a commitment to the mission and vision of the College and the business school

Responsibilities

• Performs administrative duties and support for the principal investigator for the NSF EPIIC grant
• Maintains calendar, schedules meetings, answers phone calls, drafts correspondence, maintains filling system and handles mail
• Arranges logistics for appointments and meetings as well as meeting agendas
• Prepares presentations and other materials
• Supervises student workers
• Attendance at grant meetings
• Manages social media postings related to grant
• Compiles and coordinates data
• Performs calculations and compiles pertinent data required for budgetary and fiscal reports; assists in the preparation of budgets and the allocation of program funds, and timelines
• Maintains a liaison between administration, faculty and students
• Composes correspondence
• Reviews material, supply and equipment requisitions and prepares expense vouchers
• Performs related duties as required

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree