Administrative Specialist

Administrative Specialist Apply now (https://secure.dc4.pageuppeople.com/apply/1011/gateway/default.aspx?c=apply&lJobID=494493&lJobSourceTypeID=796&sLanguage=en-us) Job no: 494493 Work type: Full Time Location: Troy, NY Categories: Staff, Administrative Support Who we are Why Rensselaer? Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, and the IBM Quantum System One - the first university-based quantum computer in the world. With top notch employee health and retirement benefits, Rensselaer offers its full-time employees a generous paid time off program, tuition remission, and opportunities for career growth. Job Summary There are two opening for Administrative Specialist in the Lally School: This Administrative Specialist is responsible for providing administrative support to the faculty of the Lally School of Management including planning and organizing meetings and special events, travel, and purchasing. The Administrative Specialist is also responsible for providing backup to the other administrative staff. This Administrative Specialist serves as the initial point of contact for internal and external constituents in the Lally School of Management. The Administrative Specialist provides administrative and operational support to the Associate Dean(s) and faculty including supporting events and serving as the liaison to student workers. Minimum Qualifications • HS Diploma or equivalent • Three (3) or more years of experience in an office setting Please see the minimum knowledge, skills and abilities. A combination of job-related training, education and/or applicable experience may be substituted for some of the experience Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office Suite software applications • Demonstrated oral and written communication skills • Planning, organizing and effective time management skills • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills • Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet established goals and objectives • Ability to anticipate and solve problems • Ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines • Ability to work as individually or as part of a team • Strong attention to detail Shift Business Hours: Monday - Friday Starting Salary/Rate Expected hiring range: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour (40 hours per week) Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting. Application instructions Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter. If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu. Job Posted Date Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Total Compensation and Benefits Information Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Rensselaer is recognized locally and nationally for the depth and breadth of its compensation and benefits program. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu) (https://hr.rpi.edu/benefits) . We welcome candidates who will bring diverse cultural, ethnic, national and international perspectives to Rensselaer’s work and campus communities. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity, Race/Gender/Veterans/Disability Employer. Advertised: 18 Oct 2024 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: Back to search results Apply now (https://secure.dc4.pageuppeople.com/apply/1011/gateway/default.aspx?c=apply&lJobID=494493&lJobSourceTypeID=796&sLanguage=en-us) Refer a friend