Administrative Assistant for Academic Affairs

Fairleigh Dickinson University; Teaneck Township (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition benefits

Job summary

Fairleigh Dickinson University in Teaneck, NJ, invites applications for an Administrative Assistant for Academic Affairs in the Henry P. Becton College of Nursing and Allied Health.

The role supports entry-level programs, assists with advisement and registration processes, and provides administrative support to the Dean and leadership team. The position emphasizes confidentiality, professionalism, and collaboration, with a strong service orientation to students and faculty on the Metropolitan

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate degree in a work-related field preferred.
• A minimum of two years of administrative experience, preferably in a complex academic environment.
• Office management experience required; certification in office management preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communications skills with proficiency in written and spoken English; pleasant telephone manner.
• Proficiency in the use of computer systems for database management, spreadsheets, word processing, internet, and e-mail.
• Ability to manage sensitive issues with decorum and confidentiality.
• Well organized, independent, and collaborative in carrying out responsibilities.
• Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

Responsibilities

• Support entry level programs and academic advisement processes.
• Assist with program/course registration processes within CoNAH to assure compliance with policies.
• Provide diversified administrative support to the Dean and the CoNAH leadership team.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information and uphold the university's reputation.

Skills

Administrative experience

Office management

Written communication

Computer proficiency

Confidentiality

Organized and independent

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title: Administrative Assistant for Academic Affairs

Campus: Metropolitan Campus, Teaneck, NJ

Department: Nursing and Allied Health Services-Metro

Hiring Manager: Dr. Annie Rohan

Hiring Manager Title: Dean and Professor

College: Henry P. Becton College of Nursing and Allied Health

Position Type: Staff

Grade: 11

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Faculty Rank: No Response

Salary: $55,000.00

General Benefits

This position provides a comprehensive benefits package thatincludes: employee tuition grant, health/dental/RX/visioninsurance, paid time off, retirement plan contributions, employerpaid life insurance and long term disability benefits, as well asvarious voluntary benefits including but not limited tosupplemental life insurance, commuter benefits, long term care, andFSA / HSA .

Status: Full-Time

Months Worked: 12 Month

Job Summary

The Administrative Assistant for Academic Affairs is primarilyresponsible to support entry level (i.e., associate’s, bachelor’s,entry-level MSN, pre-degree/continuing education) programs. TheAdministrative Assistant for Academic Affairs supports academicadvisement processes of students and program/course registrationprocesses within CoNAH to assure compliance with all University andaccreditation policies. This position also provides diversifiedadministrative support to the Dean and the members of the CoNAHleadership team.

This position is required to maintain confidentiality ofproprietary and private information and an internal and externalcustomer-service focus while carrying out job responsibilities andconducting business in a manner that will uphold the integrity andreputation of Fairleigh Dickinson University. This positionmaintains a thorough working knowledge of and adheres to thepolicies, regulations, and procedures of the University.

Required Qualifications

• 1. High School Diploma or GED required; Associate degree in awork-related field preferred.
• 2. A minimum of two years of administrative experience, preferablyin a complex academic environment, including office oversightresponsibilities.
• 3. Office management experience required; certification in officemanagement preferred.
• 4. Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communicationskills with proficiency in written and spoken English; pleasant andcompetent telephone manner.
• 5. Proficiency in the use of computer systems for databasemanagement, spreadsheets, word processing, internet, ande-mail.
• 6. Ability to manage sensitive issues with decorum andconfidentiality.
• 7. Well organized, independent, and collaborative in carrying outresponsibilities.
• 8. Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check.Candidates for hire will be required to sign a waiver authorizingthe background check and produce a Social Security Card.

Hours Worked

35

Posting Date

09/17/2026