Electrical and Computer Engineering Administrative Assistant

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology•Terre Haute, IN

3d•$40,000 - $45,000•Onsite

About The Position

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology has an opening in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department as an Administrative Assistant. The Administrative Assistant provides comprehensive administrative and operational support to the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, serving as a primary point of contact for faculty, staff, students, and visitors. This role manages departmental communications, records, and office operations; coordinates meetings, travel, events, faculty searches, and other activities; and serves as a resource on departmental and university policies and procedures. Responsibilities include maintaining websites and departmental resources, supporting budget and payment processes, assisting with student employee administration, and coordinating specialized functions such as accreditation activities, student awards, course pre-registration, professional development tracking, summer programs, and administrative support for research programs, competition teams, and departmental projects. The position performs additional duties as assigned to support departmental and institutional objectives.

Requirements

Associate degree
Three to five years of professional work experience
Varying education/experience may be considered in lieu of the other

Nice To Haves

Higher education experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Ability to learn and adapt to new processes and systems
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Advanced understanding of clerical procedures and systems such as recordkeeping and filing
Ability to work independently

Responsibilities

Provides comprehensive administrative and operational support to the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department.
Serves as a primary point of contact for faculty, staff, students, and visitors.
Manages departmental communications, records, and office operations.
Coordinates meetings, travel, events, faculty searches, and other activities.
Serves as a resource on departmental and university policies and procedures.
Maintains websites and departmental resources.
Supports budget and payment processes.
Assists with student employee administration.
Coordinates specialized functions such as accreditation activities, student awards, course pre-registration, professional development tracking, summer programs, and administrative support for research programs, competition teams, and departmental projects.
Performs additional duties as assigned to support departmental and institutional objectives.

Benefits

Variety of health benefit options
Voluntary benefits such as Group Accident and/or Group Critical Illness Insurance, Pet Insurance, and Caregiver Resources
Participation in Tuition Exchange
Generous and flexible paid leave program
Dedicated time for professional development
Access to full-service fitness facilities and programming
Access to a performing arts center featuring national touring acts and campus productions
Access to state-of-the-art labs, facilities, and equipment
Opportunities to have an impact on student lives
Part of a greater purpose through multidisciplinary project collaboration that can have a global impact
Continual encouragement and support of philanthropic and volunteer opportunities