Administrative Assistant for Student Affairs

Lincoln Memorial University; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Memorial University in Harrogate, Tennessee, invites applications for an Administrative Assistant for Student Affairs. The role supports the Dean of Students and Student Affairs leadership with office operations and clerical tasks. Strong organizational skills and familiarity with budgets, invoices, and meeting minutes are essential.

The position is full-time (Staff) and based on-site. The successful candidate will assist with events, communications, and routine administrative duties

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; AND Two years office experience and/or some formal post-high school coursework/clerical training.

Responsibilities

• Track and process budgets, expenses, and financial reports for the Student Affairs department.
• Assist with financial planning for events, programs, and departmental initiatives.
• Process invoices and reimbursements, ensuring compliance with university policies.
• Take detailed minutes during meetings and distribute them to relevant staff.
• Coordinate follow-up actions and ensure that tasks are completed on time.
• Coordinate and schedule appointments, meetings, and events for the Student Affairs staff.
• Manage calendars, including room reservations and participant availability.
• Ensure timely communication of meeting details and logistical support.
• Respond to emails, phone calls, and other inquiries in a professional manner.
• Assist with the creation and dissemination of departmental communications, including newsletters or announcements
• Provide general administrative support to the Student Affairs office, including filing, data entry, and document preparation.
• Assist with special projects as assigned by the Student Affairs leadership
• Maintain office supplies and ensure a well-organized office environment.
• Assist with the coordination of student affairs events, workshops, and programs
• Assist and serve on University Committees as needed.
• Complete additional responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Office experience

Clerical training

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Administrative Assistant for Student Affairs

Position Title Administrative Assistant for Student Affairs

Department

Department Academic & Student Support Ser

Position Category

Position Category Staff Full Time

Job Description

The Administrative Assistant for Student affairs will work closely with the Dean of Students as well as the student affairs leadership team and is responsible for general office operations and clerical support.

Required Qualifications

High School diploma required; AND Two years office experience and/or some formal post-high school coursework/clerical training.

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands

Job Duty

• Track and process budgets, expenses, and financial reports for the Student Affairs department.
• Assist with financial planning for events, programs, and departmental initiatives.
• Process invoices and reimbursements, ensuring compliance with university policies.
• Take detailed minutes during meetings and distribute them to relevant staff.
• Coordinate follow-up actions and ensure that tasks are completed on time.
• Coordinate and schedule appointments, meetings, and events for the Student Affairs staff.
• Manage calendars, including room reservations and participant availability.
• Ensure timely communication of meeting details and logistical support.
• Respond to emails, phone calls, and other inquiries in a professional manner.
• Assist with the creation and dissemination of departmental communications, including newsletters or announcements
• Provide general administrative support to the Student Affairs office, including filing, data entry, and document preparation.
• Assist with special projects as assigned by the Student Affairs leadership
• Maintain office supplies and ensure a well-organized office environment.
• Assist with the coordination of student affairs events, workshops, and programs
• Assist and serve on University Committees as needed.
• Complete additional responsibilities as needed.

Posting Number

Posting Number S05414P

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 08/17/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 11/02/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions Summary

About the Institution

Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies. The main campus is located in Harrogate, Tennessee. For more information about employment opportunities, contact the Office of Human Resources at 423-869-7112 or [e-mail] .

AA/EEO Statement

Lincoln Memorial University is an Equal Opportunity education institution. Lincoln Memorial University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in all University programs and activities.

The University will conduct criminal background checks on all employees. Background checks may include but are not limited to confirmation of the individual’s identity, credit information, motor vehicle driving record, review of an individual’s criminal conviction record (if any), verification of any license, and certificate or degree required for the position.

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