Academic Administrative Assistant

Academic Administrative Assistant

At Colorado College, 2,300 students learn and live on our beautiful 99-acre campus in downtown Colorado Springs. We attract top students seeking new perspectives with an array of experiential learning opportunities possible only in an immersive learning environment. Here, students take only one class at a time to facilitate deep exploration of a topic. We call this the Block Plan. This unique approach allows members of our campus community to share a rhythm of experience as we work together to fulfill our mission.

The Academic Administrative Assistant supports the daily operations of the Organismal Biology & Ecology department, providing essential administrative support to faculty, staff, and students. This role ensures the department runs efficiently by managing communications, coordinating logistics, and maintaining organizational systems. Serving as the primary point of contact, the assistant facilitates interactions between the department and other campus offices, students, and external partners, helping to foster a collaborative and responsive academic environment.

Responsibilities include managing, monitoring, and organizing the departmental budget, assisting with recruiting, hiring, and training of staff and students, organizing and executing endowed lectures, and collaborating with various departments and offices on processes. The assistant also edits and maintains department website, listserv, and Stellic to keep major information up to date.

Minimum Qualifications : High school degree, four years of general clerical or administrative service experience, including one year of experience supporting the day-to-day functions of a department, office, or program. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, skilled in oral and written communication, and ability to be a self-motivated and proactive learner.

Preferred Qualifications : Associates degree / some college, additional years of experience, background in higher education, and the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary to effectively interact with and meet the needs of individuals with various cultural backgrounds.

Application Deadline : 11 / 15 / 2025. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. The anticipated hiring salary range is $20.75 to $24.69 per hour.

What We Offer : Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid vacation and sick time, paid seasonal breaks and holidays, 403(b) retirement plans, tuition benefits, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Assistance Program, and wellness benefits.

For accommodation requests, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (719) 389-6421 or mailto : HR@ColoradoCollege.edu. This organization participates in E-Verify. For more information, visit http : / / www.e-verify.gov .