Penn State University
Administrative Support; Volunteer Programs (new)
Penn State University, State College, Pennsylvania, United States, 16803
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The Administrative Assistant supports the general administrative functions of a wide variety of academic or administrative units; including greeting/referring/assisting visitors, customers, or staff; preparing documents and reports; compiling records; scheduling meetings; organizing and maintaining information; coordinating calendars; analyzing data including budgetary expenditures; and providing general office support.
Plan, organize, support, and coordinate daily office activities and administrative processes within an office or unitGreet visitors and provide information; review, respond to, and direct inquiriesProvide support for scheduling, personal calendars, and travel arrangementsCoordinate meeting logistics including scheduling, material preparation, and agendasCompose, review, and distribute internal and external communicationsCollect, organize, research, and analyze information and data to prepare reports, presentations, summaries, contracts, and proposalsCreate and maintain files and databasesMonitor and maintain budget, process financial transactions, track expenditures, process budget revisions, and assist with budget preparation and projectionsMaintain inventory and order office supplies; arrange for equipment maintenance; process work orders for facilities needsResolve inquiries and ensure compliance with work unit and/or University policies and proceduresSupport and coordinate special events; reserve spaces, develop itineraries, prepare materials, coordinate work between teams, and serve as point of contact with vendorsMay perform non-routine and confidential administrative duties, and proxy responsibilities as authorizedMay coordinate work assignments of department/unit support employees to ensure efficient work flow and processesMay interview, train, and direct the work of other support staff, students, and wage payroll personnel
Education and Experience:
Minimum requirement is a High School diploma and two (2) years of relevant experience.
Penn State's Division of Development and Alumni Relations
As a member of the Division of Development and Alumni Relations Development, you can play an integral role in Penn State's future and contribute to one of the most successful fundraising and alumni relations operations in the country. We're looking for leaders who believe in the power of higher education-and philanthropy-to shape the public good. Learn more about the Division of Development and Alumni Relations at
raise.psu.edu
and explore the success of our most recent campaign at
greaterpennstate.psu.edu
Building a Career and a Life at Penn State
Penn State is also committed to ensuring that diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to the success of a world-class research institution. We are concerned uniquely with the institutional change required for visioning and realizing a more socially just University:
equity.psu.edu/diversity-resources
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:
$38,300.00 - $55,500.00
Salary Structure - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
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University Park, PA
The Administrative Assistant supports the general administrative functions of a wide variety of academic or administrative units; including greeting/referring/assisting visitors, customers, or staff; preparing documents and reports; compiling records; scheduling meetings; organizing and maintaining information; coordinating calendars; analyzing data including budgetary expenditures; and providing general office support.
Plan, organize, support, and coordinate daily office activities and administrative processes within an office or unitGreet visitors and provide information; review, respond to, and direct inquiriesProvide support for scheduling, personal calendars, and travel arrangementsCoordinate meeting logistics including scheduling, material preparation, and agendasCompose, review, and distribute internal and external communicationsCollect, organize, research, and analyze information and data to prepare reports, presentations, summaries, contracts, and proposalsCreate and maintain files and databasesMonitor and maintain budget, process financial transactions, track expenditures, process budget revisions, and assist with budget preparation and projectionsMaintain inventory and order office supplies; arrange for equipment maintenance; process work orders for facilities needsResolve inquiries and ensure compliance with work unit and/or University policies and proceduresSupport and coordinate special events; reserve spaces, develop itineraries, prepare materials, coordinate work between teams, and serve as point of contact with vendorsMay perform non-routine and confidential administrative duties, and proxy responsibilities as authorizedMay coordinate work assignments of department/unit support employees to ensure efficient work flow and processesMay interview, train, and direct the work of other support staff, students, and wage payroll personnel
Education and Experience:
Minimum requirement is a High School diploma and two (2) years of relevant experience.
Penn State's Division of Development and Alumni Relations
As a member of the Division of Development and Alumni Relations Development, you can play an integral role in Penn State's future and contribute to one of the most successful fundraising and alumni relations operations in the country. We're looking for leaders who believe in the power of higher education-and philanthropy-to shape the public good. Learn more about the Division of Development and Alumni Relations at
raise.psu.edu
and explore the success of our most recent campaign at
greaterpennstate.psu.edu
Building a Career and a Life at Penn State
Penn State is also committed to ensuring that diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to the success of a world-class research institution. We are concerned uniquely with the institutional change required for visioning and realizing a more socially just University:
equity.psu.edu/diversity-resources
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:
$38,300.00 - $55,500.00
Salary Structure - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster
PA State Labor Law Poster
Affirmative Action
Penn State Policies
Copyright Information
Hotlines
University Park, PA