Project Administrative Assistant, 2-Year Term (CEMI)

Cornell University•Ithaca, MI

5d•Remote

About The Position

Cornell HR Information Systems supports the strategic goals of Human Resources by delivering technical solutions through Workday, Cornell’s human capital management system. We partner with campus stakeholders to provide system expertise, customer engagement, project management, and operational support that enable timely and effective delivery of HR services. The Project Administrative Assistant supports the Assistant Director HR Project Management, by providing administrative and project support to project teams, assisting with coordination of activities, scheduling, timelines, documentation, and communication. Responsibilities include coordinating meetings, trainings, webinars, and events; supporting project tracking and reporting activities; maintaining project documentation and web content; and assisting with communication among internal and external stakeholders. The role also provides routine administrative and clerical support to ensure projects and unit operations run efficiently and in alignment with established procedures and timelines that are accurately tracked and shared. The role requires strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills while operating within established guidelines, procedures, and priorities. The CEMI Project Administrative Assistant is a great opportunity for someone who wants to grow beyond traditional administrative work while still being deeply involved in operations, coordination, and team support. Learn more about the CEMI initiative here: Cornell CEMI Initiative. While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others. This is a 2-year term appointment which may be ended or extended based on organizational needs, funding availability, and performance.

Requirements

High School Diploma and 2 to 4 years relevant experience or equivalent combination
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and ability to create moderately complex documents, spreadsheets, and presentations
Experience with database entry and maintenance
Strong organizational skills with ability to coordinate multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Effective written communication skills including ability to draft correspondence and edit documents
Demonstrated ability to resolve routine problems and refer complex issues appropriately
Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members

Nice To Haves

Information technology coursework or related experience

Responsibilities

Coordinating meetings, trainings, webinars, and events
Supporting project tracking and reporting activities
Maintaining project documentation and web content
Assisting with communication among internal and external stakeholders
Providing routine administrative and clerical support to ensure projects and unit operations run efficiently and in alignment with established procedures and timelines that are accurately tracked and shared.

Benefits

Comprehensive health care options
Generous retirement contributions
Access to wellness programs
Employee discounts with local and national retail brands
Health and personal leave
Three weeks of vacation
13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1
Two additional floating holidays
Tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program
Tuition aid for external education
Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program