Administrative Assistant

George Mason University • Arlington, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Administrative Assistant provides essential administrative, operational, and logistical support for University Life Mason Square. This position ensures the efficient day-to-day functioning of the office by managing scheduling, communications, purchasing, space coordination, and office operations. The role also supports University Life programs and events through coordination, marketing assistance, assessment support, and logistical execution, contributing directly to student engagement, operational effectiveness, and the successful delivery of University Life initiatives at the regional campuses.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in customer service, event coordination, or office administration
• Demonstrated knowledge of posting and managing content on social media platforms
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Skill in effective written and verbal communication, including interpersonal and customer service skills
• Problem solving skills to address student or visitor concerns quickly and effectively
• Demonstrated time-management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple simultaneous tasks
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• Experience working in a university or educational environment
• Experience in photography or photo editing
• Experience in marketing or a related field
• Experience using Canva or similar graphic design software to create presentations, flyers, or other visual aids
• Demonstrated skill in composition and proofreading
• Ability to build rapport and establish positive working relationships with various stakeholders, including students, faculty and staff, and the George Mason community.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative and operational support for University Life Mason Square
• Provides event, communication, and marketing support for Mason Square programming and initiatives
• Provides financial, purchasing, and assessment support for University Life Mason Sqaure operations
• Unit and Division Support/Service

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees