Administrative Assistant II

Remote Jobs; United States; Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading higher education organization is seeking an experienced administrative support professional to assist associate deans. This role offers the flexibility to work remotely, competitive hourly pay, and opportunities for career advancement. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and at least three years of relevant experience, preferably in a university setting. Strong communication and Microsoft Office skills are essential for this position.

Benefits

Comprehensive well-being benefits

Flexibility to work remotely

Career advancement opportunities

Engaging work culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in an administrative support role.
• Preferred experience supporting a department within a university setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for associate deans.
• Monitor and respond to inquiries received through the school's general inbox.
• Process faculty staffing and scheduling e-forms.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in any field

Tools

SOAR (Peoplesoft) systems

Job description

Employer Industry: Higher Education

Why consider this job opportunity:

• Salary up to $32.32 per hour
• Opportunity for career advancement within a supportive academic environment
• Flexibility to work remotely
• Comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family
• Engaging work culture focused on innovation and community
• Chance to contribute to the educational success of a diverse student population

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):

• Provide administrative support for associate deans, including document creation, meeting coordination, and calendar management
• Monitor and respond to internal and external inquiries received through the school's general inbox
• Process faculty staffing and scheduling e-forms in coordination with the Academic Operations Manager
• Handle student requests for academic exceptions, coordinating with faculty and academic centers
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and policy requirements for internal processes

What is Required (Qualifications):

• Bachelor's degree in any field required
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in an administrative support role
• Preferred experience supporting a department within a university setting
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):

• Experience using SOAR (Peoplesoft) systems
• Knowledge of office management principles and practices within a higher education environment
• Ability to generate creative solutions and implement innovative processes
• Proven track record of building effective relationships with diverse constituencies
• Familiarity with the specific policies and procedures of educational institutions

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