Administrative Assistant for EMS Ryan Family Student Center

Penn State University•University Park, IL
•$36,888 - $58,836•Hybrid

About The Position

The College of Earth and Mineral Sciences (EMS) is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic professional to serve on an administrative team providing support to undergraduate academic advising, recruitment, career counseling, learning support, and engagement activities within the Ryan Family Student Center, a busy and exciting place centered on building student community and fostering student success.

Requirements

  • General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or High School (HS)
  • 2+ years of relevant experience (if filled as Administrative Assistant - Intermediate Support)
  • No prior relevant work experience required (if filled as Administrative Assistant - Support)
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office or comparable software suite
  • Familiarity with SIMBA, LionPATH, Slate, and Starfish systems
  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and written and oral communication skills
  • Flexibility in handling and prioritizing multiple tasks
  • Strong commitment to teamwork and inclusiveness

Responsibilities

  • Scheduling advising appointments
  • Supporting the management of social media accounts
  • Submitting work orders
  • Reserving rooms
  • Answering phones
  • Handling inquiries from parents, prospective students, and current students
  • Assisting with office communications and newsletters
  • Arranging visits for prospective students and their families
  • Supporting career-services-related outreach and activities
  • Assisting with college recruitment, retention, and advising activities as well as other undergraduate programs
  • Overseeing center operations (ordering supplies, ensuring the café area is clean, being a resource for front-desk student workers)
  • Covering the front-desk duties when needed

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • Vision coverage
  • Robust retirement plans
  • Substantial paid time off (holidays, vacation, and sick time)
  • 75% tuition discount for employees, eligible spouses, and children
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