Administrative Assistant for Corporate Engagement Center

Penn State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support the Corporate Engagement Center within the Division of External Affairs. The Center connects industry partners with Penn State resources to advance collaboration in research, philanthropy, executive programming, and talent engagement.

The role involves managing complex calendars, coordinating meetings and events, onboarding for personnel, and handling correspondence and documentation for leadership and teams across the

Qualifications

• Associates degree and 4+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with standard administrative procedures.
• Proficient with Microsoft 365 applications and CRM/travel systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to CEC leadership and team, including calendar management, scheduling, travel arrangements, and expense reconciliation.
• Coordinate meetings with scheduling, agendas, materials, room and tech needs, notes, and follow-up.

Skills

Calendar management

Travel coordination

Email & correspondence

Office software

Education

Associate Degree

GED/HS Diploma

Tools

Microsoft 365

Salesforce

SAP Concur

Job description

Penn State University is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support the Corporate Engagement Center within the Division of External Affairs. The Center connects industry partners with Penn State resources to advance collaboration in research, philanthropy, executive programming, and talent engagement.

The role involves managing complex calendars, coordinating meetings and events, onboarding for personnel, and handling correspondence and documentation for leadership and teams across the