Administrative Assistant for Academic Affairs-INTN UNION APPLS ONLY

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

Benefits offered by this job

Employee tuition grant

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan contributions

Job summary

Fairleigh Dickinson University in Teaneck, NJ, is seeking an Administrative Assistant for Academic Affairs to support entry-level programs, assist with academic advisement and course registration, and help ensure compliance with university policies within CoNAH.

The role also provides varied administrative support to the Dean and CoNAH leadership, requires confidentiality, strong communication, and professional telephone manners; background checks are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate degree preferred.
• Minimum two years administrative experience, preferably in academia.
• Office management experience required; certification preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and written/oral English communication.
• Proficient with databases, spreadsheets, word processing, internet and email.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Well organized, independent and collaborative.
• Background check required; must produce Social Security Card.

Responsibilities

• Support entry-level programs and advise on registration processes within CoNAH.
• Provide diversified administrative support to the Dean and leadership.

Skills

Administrative experience

Office management

Communication skills

English proficiency

MS Office and databases

Confidentiality

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Database management software

Spreadsheets

Word processing

Email and Internet

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title: Administrative Assistant for Academic Affairs--INTN UNION APPLSONLY

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

INTERNAL UNION APPLICANTS ONLY

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. 1. High School Diploma or GED required; Associate degree in awork-related field preferred.
2. 2. A minimum of two years of administrative experience, preferablyin a complex academic environment, including office oversightresponsibilities.
3. 3. Office management experience required; certification in officemanagement preferred.
4. 4. Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills with proficiency in written and spoken English; pleasant andcompetent telephone manner.
5. 5. Proficiency in the use of computer systems for databasemanagement, spreadsheets, word processing, internet, ande-mail.
6. 6. Ability to manage sensitive issues with decorum andconfidentiality.
7. 7. Well organized, independent, and collaborative in carrying outresponsibilities.
8. 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

Special Instructions to Applicants

Application Types Accepted: Application for Employment

Supplemental Questions: Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter