Administrative Assistant, Office of the Dean (Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing)

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State University seeks an Administrative Assistant for its Dean's office in the College of Nursing. This role involves maintaining faculty compliance records, providing administrative support, and facilitating communication within the college. Ideal candidates should have an associate degree and several years of relevant experience, alongside strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

75% tuition discount for employees and eligible family

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Robust retirement plans

Substantial paid time off

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience or equivalent combination accepted.
• Demonstrated ability to be detail-oriented and adaptable.
• Good verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain faculty records for accreditation and assessment.
• Serve as the first point of contact and provide assistance.
• Coordinate special events and manage administrative workflows.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Adaptability

Communication

Customer Service

Education

Associate Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Workday

SAP Concur

Job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

• CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
• CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
• If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants.

POSITION SPECIFICS

The administrative team for the Dean in the Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing is expanding and searching for an Administrative Assistant.

The Administrative Assistant will maintain faculty records for the college's accreditation and assessment endeavors, cross train with the Contracts Coordinator, and provide support in the Dean's office.

Working both independently and collaboratively with a team, the Administrative Assistant will utilize time management and organizational skills to complete this position’s responsibilities, which include but are not limited to:

Faculty Compliance and Records Management

• Ensure faculty compliance with the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing by tracking license renewals and policy updates.

• Manage onboarding documentation for new hires and maintain internal/state-level records.

• Draft and distribute communications; maintain databases and resolve compliance-related inquiries.

Administrative Support for the Dean’s Office

• Coordinate daily operations, manage administrative workflows, and support office logistics.

• Serve as the first point of contact for visitors and inquiries; provide general information and assistance.

• Handle facilities-related tasks including key distribution, parking, and calendar scheduling.

• Assist with confidential and non-routine administrative tasks for the Dean’s Executive Assistant.

• Coordinate special events, including space reservations, itineraries, and materials preparation.

• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure smooth event and project execution.

Contracts and Clinical Placement Coordination

• Cross-train with the Contracts Coordinator to manage agreement renewals and student placement approvals.

• Oversee Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing approval process for clinical placements and coordinate international agreements.

The Administrative Assistant will also collect, analyze, and organize data for reports, presentations, and official documentation, as well as provide administrative support to college committees (e.g., preparing agenda and taking meeting minutes).

After training, the Administrative Assistantwill also work with various software including Microsoft Office 365, Workday, and SAP Concur.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to be detail-oriented and adaptable

• Good verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills

• Driven to provide excellent customer service

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

Associate Degree 4+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None

Additional Information:

This position will report to the Dean’s Executive Assistant.

The Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing is supportive of flexible work arrangements when aligned with the ability to meet the needs of the unit and the essential duties of the position. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $42,100.00 - $61,000.00.

Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

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Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

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Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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