Academic Administrative Assistant – School-Year Role

Augustana College; Rock Island (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition benefits

Access to facilities

Job summary

Augustana College in Rock Island, IL seeks an Administrative Assistant for the full academic year. The role runs from late August through May with summers off, paying $15.45 per hour. It is a non-exempt, full-time position reporting to the Academic Department Chair(s).

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and enjoys supporting faculty, staff and students. Responsibilities include front-desk duties, document preparation, supervising student workers, maintaining websites, budget

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of administrative support experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and meet deadlines.
• Experience supporting faculty, staff and students is a plus.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Answer calls, greet visitors, and assist students, faculty, and staff.
• Provide basic services for students and faculty, including materials and information.
• Hire, train, and supervise student workers; manage time cards.
• Maintain department websites and social media.
• Manage departmental budget and invoices.
• Plan events and coordinate open houses, interviews, and guests.
• Procure office supplies and support other departments as needed.
• Assist with federal projects and other duties.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Time management

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Augustana College in Rock Island, IL seeks an Administrative Assistant for the full academic year. The role runs from late August through May with summers off, paying $15.45 per hour. It is a non-exempt, full-time position reporting to the Academic Department Chair(s).

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and enjoys supporting faculty, staff and students. Responsibilities include front-desk duties, document preparation, supervising student workers, maintaining websites, budget