Purdue University
Administrative Assistant (Indianapolis)
Purdue University, Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262
Job Summary
The Administrative Assistant will provide administrative support for Electrical and Computer Engineering. The individual in this role will perform a variety of administrative tasks including maintaining calendars, scheduling meetings and events, arranging travel, and handling incoming inquiries. Additionally, the Administrative Assistant will create agendas, flyers, or promotion materials, updated and maintain websites, databases and mailing lists, as well as prepare reports and assist with I-9 tasks related to hiring.
Who We Are
About Purdue University Indianapolis:
Purdue University in Indianapolis is part of Purdue University West Lafayette, with multiple locations throughout the city of Indianapolis. It bookends America's Hard Tech Corridor, which extends from West Lafayette through new investments in Lebanon's LEAP Innovation District to downtown Indianapolis. It positions our students, faculty and staff in close proximity to top businesses and leading industries, providing new and unique executive education and internship opportunities. Its chief academic officer is David Umulis, senior vice provost and professor, who reports to Provost Patrick Wolfe, and its chief operating officer is Daniel Hasler, former Indiana secretary of commerce.
Purdue University has achieved excellence at scale, ranking among the top four U.S. universities in agriculture, graduate engineering and number of utility patents and, across all leading American universities, as No. 1 in undergraduate STEM enrollment. That level of achievement now extends to all parts of Indianapolis. Responding to the strong need expressed by central Indiana business and community leaders for more highly skilled talents in science, technology, engineering and health care disciplines, we will ambitiously grow enrollment to establish a new pipeline of Boilermaker talent to our capital city. Degrees granted and tuition will exactly mirror those in West Lafayette - and all degrees, programs, departments, schools and colleges will be eligible to be considered for a Purdue University in Indianapolis presence. As an extension of the residential West Lafayette campus, Purdue Indy will have multiple locations throughout the city of Indianapolis.
What We Are Looking For
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:REQUIRED:High school diploma/GEDTwo (2) years of experience in a clerical or administrative support roleSKILLS:REQUIRED:
Excellent customer service, verbal, and written communication skillsAbility to handle frequent interruptions, balance multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentialityStrong organizational and time management skillsAttention to detailComputer and related software skills to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet, etc.Typing, drafting, filing, data entry, proofreading and editing skillsAbility to identify routine problems and implement or recommend solutions.Additional Information
Purdue's benefits summary https://www.purdue.edu/hr/Benefits/employeebenefits/benefits_enrollment/summaries.phpPurdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this positionA background check will be required for employment in this positionFLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime)Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution PlanPurdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply
Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply
The Administrative Assistant will provide administrative support for Electrical and Computer Engineering. The individual in this role will perform a variety of administrative tasks including maintaining calendars, scheduling meetings and events, arranging travel, and handling incoming inquiries. Additionally, the Administrative Assistant will create agendas, flyers, or promotion materials, updated and maintain websites, databases and mailing lists, as well as prepare reports and assist with I-9 tasks related to hiring.
Who We Are
About Purdue University Indianapolis:
Purdue University in Indianapolis is part of Purdue University West Lafayette, with multiple locations throughout the city of Indianapolis. It bookends America's Hard Tech Corridor, which extends from West Lafayette through new investments in Lebanon's LEAP Innovation District to downtown Indianapolis. It positions our students, faculty and staff in close proximity to top businesses and leading industries, providing new and unique executive education and internship opportunities. Its chief academic officer is David Umulis, senior vice provost and professor, who reports to Provost Patrick Wolfe, and its chief operating officer is Daniel Hasler, former Indiana secretary of commerce.
Purdue University has achieved excellence at scale, ranking among the top four U.S. universities in agriculture, graduate engineering and number of utility patents and, across all leading American universities, as No. 1 in undergraduate STEM enrollment. That level of achievement now extends to all parts of Indianapolis. Responding to the strong need expressed by central Indiana business and community leaders for more highly skilled talents in science, technology, engineering and health care disciplines, we will ambitiously grow enrollment to establish a new pipeline of Boilermaker talent to our capital city. Degrees granted and tuition will exactly mirror those in West Lafayette - and all degrees, programs, departments, schools and colleges will be eligible to be considered for a Purdue University in Indianapolis presence. As an extension of the residential West Lafayette campus, Purdue Indy will have multiple locations throughout the city of Indianapolis.
What We Are Looking For
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:REQUIRED:High school diploma/GEDTwo (2) years of experience in a clerical or administrative support roleSKILLS:REQUIRED:
Excellent customer service, verbal, and written communication skillsAbility to handle frequent interruptions, balance multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentialityStrong organizational and time management skillsAttention to detailComputer and related software skills to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet, etc.Typing, drafting, filing, data entry, proofreading and editing skillsAbility to identify routine problems and implement or recommend solutions.Additional Information
Purdue's benefits summary https://www.purdue.edu/hr/Benefits/employeebenefits/benefits_enrollment/summaries.phpPurdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this positionA background check will be required for employment in this positionFLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime)Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution PlanPurdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply
Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply