Administrative Assistant III

Community College of Philadelphia; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 35,817 - 54,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and life insurance

Tuition remission

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

A community college is seeking an Administrative Assistant III to provide clerical support for the City College for Municipal Employment program. Responsibilities include coordinating office processes, maintaining records, and preparing reports. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, at least five years of clerical experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, and flexible working arrangements. This position is grant-funded and full-time with a salary range of $26.00 to $39.78 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of clerical experience required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel required.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality per FERPA.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics for meetings and workshops.
• Maintain a centralized shared drive for program documents.
• Prepare program documents and reports accurately and promptly.

Skills

Organizational skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Ellucian Banner

Job description

Overview

Position Title: Administrative Assistant III

Requisition Number: SCL00417

General Description

The Administrative Assistant III position provides clerical support for the City College for Municipal Employment program that prepares Philadelphia residents for municipal jobs. This city-funded program is designed to prepare Philadelphia residents for municipal jobs through career readiness training, certification, academic preparation, career coaching, wrap-around supports and “earn & learn” incentives. Primary responsibilities include the coordination of office processes and procedures, maintenance of records and reporting of student information, and maintaining inventory of program materials. The Administrative Assistant III also prepares program related documents, forms, and memos, and support all data collection and reporting needs of the CCME program.

This position is grant funded. Employment is based upon continuation of grant funding.

College Intro

Success starts at Community College of Philadelphia. Diversity thrives at Community College of Philadelphia. We are a college that is committed to promoting a work environment that attracts and retains talented and diverse faculty and staff. We value and support an intellectually dynamic community to prepare our students for global citizenship. Join us and become a part of a community that has long been and will continue to be generators of generational chance in this city and beyond.

Community College of Philadelphia is an open-admission, associate-degree-granting institution which provides access to higher education for all who may benefit. Its programs of study in the liberal arts and sciences, career technologies, and basic academic skills provide a coherent foundation for college transfer, employment and lifelong learning. The College serves Philadelphia by preparing its students to be informed and concerned citizens, active participants in the cultural life of the city, and enabled to meet the changing needs of business, industry and the professions. The College draws together students from a wide range of ages and backgrounds and seeks to provide the programs and support they need to achieve their goals.

Specific Responsibilities

• Assist the Associate VP and CCME Director in the development and coordination of office processes and procedures in alignment with college practices.
• Coordinate logistics for meetings, events, and workshops, including room reservations, technology setup, catering, and preparation of materials.
• Maintain a centralized shared drive for program documents and forms.
• Maintain and manage inventory of program materials, generating orders as needed.
• Prepare and submit requested reports by established deadlines.
• Prepare program documents and funding agency reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Update and maintain hardcopy and electronic files in accordance with program funding and college requirements.
• Enter participant weekly activity and attendance information into the program database.
• Participate in off-campus training sessions as required.
• Schedule communications, take minutes at staff and team meetings, and upload finalized minutes to OneDrive within 48–72 hours.
• Collect and maintain student documentation during Orientations, ensuring copies are included in students’ electronic folders.
• Follow up on applicants’ incomplete documentation from Information Sessions and develop RSVP lists for in-person Orientations.
• Develop and distribute a monthly CCME newsletter.
• Develop and maintain the CCME master calendar, including activities, events, workshops, and seminars.
• Check the CCME general email inbox daily, provide status updates as appropriate, and promptly disseminate messages to the designated CCME staff for follow-up, when required.
• Adhere to FERPA regulations, maintaining the confidentiality and security of student records and other sensitive information.
• Provide quality customer service to internal and external visitors, responding to inquiries or directing them to the appropriate staff or department.
• Perform assigned duties in alignment with the mission, goals, and core values of the College.
• Demonstrate sensitivity, understanding, and respect in a diverse academic environment inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, ideological, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma, or its equivalent, is required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of clerical experience required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail is required.
• Effective oral and written communication skills required.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a team and collaborate well with others is required.
• Effective customer service skills; including a courteous and professional demeanor is required.
• Ability to maintain sensitivity, understanding and respect for a diverse academic environment inclusive of students, faculty and staff of varying social economic, cultural, ideological and ethnic backgrounds required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree preferred. Any and all degrees must be from a recognized institutional accreditor.
• Previous experience working with a grant-funded program is preferred.
• Experience using Ellucian Banner, or a similar enterprise-wide system, is preferred.

Work Location

Main Campus

Benefits Summary

Benefits: “Success Starts Here” at Community College of Philadelphia. We recognize that our success as a college and the success of our students starts with our employees. Our employees are vital to our success. Our total compensation package includes a comprehensive offer of benefits that are unrivaled by most.

Full-time faculty and staff benefits include: College-paid medical, dental, drug, life and disability insurance; Tuition remission (for classes at the college); Forgivable tuition loan (for classes at any accredited academic institution); 403(b) retirement plan with 10% College contribution with employee contribution 5%; Flexible spending accounts; Paid vacation, holiday and personal time; Partial remote work schedule for remote work eligible positions.

Additional College benefits: Winter break: 1 week around the third week in December and New Years; Spring Break: 1 week in March; Summer Hours: 4-day work week (closed on Fridays) from the 2nd week in May through the 3rd week in August. For more information about the College benefits and eligibility based on employee class, please visit: https://www.myccp.online/human-resources/benefits-eligibility

Salary Grade or Rank: 7

Min Salary: $26.00

Max Salary: $39.78

Job Posting Open Date

03/26/2026

Type of Position

Classified

Employment Status

Full-Time

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicant Testing Required: Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel

Interested candidates should complete an online application. Cover Letter of interest and resume required. Name and contact information of 3 references required. Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of background checks in accordance with PA Child Protective Services Law. Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S.

Community College of Philadelphia is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, status as a Vietnam Era Veteran or disabled veteran or any other status protected by law, in matters pertaining to employment.