Part Time - Nursing Research - Administrative Support Assistant

Administrative Support Assistant

The Center for Nursing Research (CNR) is looking for a dynamic and energetic individual to join the team. This is a part time administrative support assistant. This opening provides general administrative and records support for the CNR in the Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing. This opening serves as a point of contact for the office. Administrative duties will include agenda preparation and dissemination to faculty and / or committee members, note taking at various meetings. This opening entails applying knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of the units to complete assignments; promoting a culture that is conducive to effective relationships among diverse faculty, staff, and students; maintaining confidential and / or sensitive information and materials; typically working under general supervision, while performing assignments that are varied and somewhat complex.

Job Duties

• Greet students and faculty, provide information and / or refer as appropriate; review and respond to phone and email communications; act on routine requests.
• Schedule faculty meetings via Zoom - Committee meetings also on Zoom; reserve meeting or information session classroom / conference rooms; order refreshments.
• Compile and organize information to develop agendas, meeting materials, and minutes. Serve as resource to others on daily office operations including office equipment, software application usage, and information processing procedures.
• Maintain inventory and order / purchase office supplies and marketing materials; arrange for equipment and suite maintenance; process work orders for facilities repairs / IT / other office needs.
• Maintain confidential and / or sensitive information and materials. Assist with promotion, placement, and payment of undergraduate student research assistants. May perform non-routine and confidential administrative duties, and proxy responsibilities as authorized.
• Other duties may include : Assist with proofreading documents. Assist with training work-study students. Support committees by taking minutes at meetings, scheduling meetings, and preparing documents and reports. Serve on committees or assist with special projects.

Requirements and Qualifications

Skills & Qualifications : Strong organizational and time-management skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively. Proficient in Microsoft Office software. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Previous administrative experience is a plus. Experience in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel, is preferred. Must possess the ability to maintain confidentiality and to work in a team-oriented environment.

Education and Experience : This opening will be filled at the level of Intermediate Support, depending on the final applicant's experience and education. The minimum requirement for the Intermediate Support level is a High School Diploma and two (2) years related experience. Or, an equivalent combination of education and experience.

This opening offers a flexible work arrangement that combines remote and on-campus work of approximately 20 hours per week. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

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