Administrative Assistant II: Academic Operations & Finance

Iowa State University - College of Design; Mackay (ID); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Apparel, Events and Hospitality Management (AESHM) department at Iowa State University seeks an Administrative Assistant II to coordinate administrative and financial operations and support the Department Chair. The role emphasizes accuracy, timely processing, and exceptional service in a busy academic setting.

Responsibilities include managing purchases, course fees, travel arrangements, event logistics, and facilities access, while ensuring compliance with university policies and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3 years of related experience
• Experience providing administrative support in higher education
• Strong customer service, communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic academic environment

Responsibilities

• Coordinate financial and purchasing processes and monitor departmental expenditures
• Provide administrative support to the Department Chair
• Support fee-for-service units, course fee activities and travel logistics
• Coordinate department events, room scheduling and facilities access
• Maintain day-to-day departmental operations with attention to policy compliance

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

P-card

Job description

The Apparel, Events and Hospitality Management (AESHM) department at Iowa State University seeks an Administrative Assistant II to coordinate administrative and financial operations and support the Department Chair. The role emphasizes accuracy, timely processing, and exceptional service in a busy academic setting.

Responsibilities include managing purchases, course fees, travel arrangements, event logistics, and facilities access, while ensuring compliance with university policies and