Administrative Assistant-Psychological Sciences

Purdue University • West Lafayette, IN

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About The Position

Provide administrative support for an individual, group of professionals, department, program or other administrative function. Perform a variety of administrative tasks, including maintaining calendars, scheduling meetings and events, arranging travel, and handling incoming inquiries. Create agendas, flyers, or promotional materials. Update and maintain websites, databases and mailing lists. Assist in preparing reports. This position will also assist the Director of the Community Success Committee. At Purdue, you'll join a community where unrivaled pride and unlimited potential are more than just words-they're the foundation of how we work and grow, together. If you're ready to help build a better world through research that matters, take the next step and join us on this path.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED.
• Two years of experience in a clerical or administrative support role.
• Excellent customer service, 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.
• Computer and related software skills to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet, etc.
• Typing, drafting, filing, data entry, proofreading and editing skills.
• Ability to identify routine problems and implement or recommend solutions.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for an individual or group of professionals.
• Maintain calendars and schedule meetings and events.
• Arrange travel and handle incoming inquiries.
• Create agendas, flyers, or promotional materials.
• Update and maintain websites, databases, and mailing lists.
• Assist in preparing reports.
• Assist the Director of the Community Success Committee.

Benefits

• Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED