Administrative Coordinator - Department of Health Professions

James Madison University • Harrisonburg, VA

5d • $38,000 - $41,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Health Professions is seeking an Administrative Assistant to manage the offices of the Physician's Assistant (PA) and Athletic Training (AT) programs.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of office administration practices
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel, along with excellent computer, typing, and data-entry skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities
• Effective accounting/bookkeeping knowledge
• Outstanding written, verbal, and telephone communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, follow through on tasks, and maintain strict confidentiality

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of university operations, including the relationship between academic programs, departments, colleges, and student services

Responsibilities

• Managing program offices
• Supporting directors and faculty
• Coordinating class schedules
• Maintaining student and admissions records
• Serving as a liaison with the Graduate School and Registrar’s Office
• Handling communications and visitor inquiries
• Overseeing lab equipment and inventory
• Processing faculty travel and reimbursements
• Reconciling program assets
• Supporting admissions activities by managing application portals
• Coordinating interviews and campus visits
• Assisting with admissions processes
• Communicating admission decisions to the Graduate School

Benefits

• Paid vacation
• Sick leave
• Parental leave
• Community service leave
• 19 paid holidays annually
• High-quality health insurance options
• Retirement benefits through the Virginia Retirement System
• Balanced Dukes program promotes wellness and work-life integration through resources, events, and support
• Tuition waiver program for undergraduate and graduate courses taken at JMU

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed