Administrative Assistant II - Temporary

Iowa State University; Ames, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Iowa State University’s Department of Apparel, Events, and Hospitality Management in Ames seeks a part-time Administrative Assistant II to provide administrative support for purchasing, travel, course fees, facilities coordination, and financial processes, while assisting faculty and staff with day-to-day operations.

The successful candidate will have strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and ensure compliance with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 3 years related experience.
• Preferred experience in higher education administrative support and budgeting/purchasing.
• Experience collaborating with multiple team members, departments, faculty, staff, graduate students, and student employees.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for purchasing, travel, course fees, facilities coordination, and financial processes.
• Assist faculty and staff with day-to-day operational needs.
• Ensure compliance with university policies and procedures.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

3 years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Job description

Position Title: Administrative Assistant II

Appointment Type: Professional & Scientific

Job Description

The Department of Apparel, Events, and Hospitality Management (AESHM) in the College of Health and Human Sciences is seeking a part-time (50%), temporary Administrative Assistant II. This position provides administrative support for purchasing, travel, course fees, facilities coordination, and financial processes while assisting faculty and staff with day-to-day operational needs. The successful candidate will have strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities and ensure compliance with university policies and procedures.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 3 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing administrative support in a higher education environment, including direct collaboration with multiple team members, departments, faculty, staff, graduate students, and student employees
• Experienced in financial management, including budgeting, purchasing, expense tracking, and coordinating travel arrangements in compliance with institutional or organizational policies
• Skilled in monitoring expenditures and providing guidance to faculty and staff on budget adherence, procurement processes, and institutional financial policies
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Technologically proficient, experienced in compiling reports, and managing databases

Department/Program & College Description

The Department of Apparel, Events, and Hospitality Management (AESHM) in Iowa State University's College of Health and Human Sciences is a leader in preparing students for careers in the fashion, event, and hospitality industries through nationally recognized programs, innovative teaching, industry partnerships, and experiential learning opportunities.

Department Unit/Website

Apparel, Events, and Hospitality Management Department | Iowa State University Catalog

Job Details

Proposed Start Date: September 21, 2026

Number of Months Employed Per Year: Part Time

Pay Grade: P&S Temporary

Original Posting Date: August 18, 2026

Posting Close Date: September 1, 2026

Job Requisition Number: R19795

Location

Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities. Iowa State University is a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community.

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran.

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran.

All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.

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