Administrative Coordinator - Engagement

01 Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine is seeking an Administrative Coordinator to support the Engagement Department at the Philadelphia Campus. The role provides broad administrative support to senior leaders and team members, handling budgeting, reporting, scheduling, and correspondence as part of daily operations.

The successful candidate will have at least three years of administrative experience in a fast-paced setting, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required. Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience also considered.
• Three years of administrative experience in a fast-paced office environment preferred.
• Experience with budgeting or expense reconciliation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform general administrative duties to support departmental operations, including maintaining inventory, mail processing, and service contracts.
• Maintain departmental information in approved systems and respond to inquiries.
• Assist with collecting information for planning, budgeting, and reporting.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Customer service

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft 365

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Presentations

Virtual meeting apps

Job description

Job Title: Administrative Coordinator - Engagement Department: IA - Engagement (Shavar Simmons) FLSA: United States of America (Exempt) Location: Philadelphia Campus

JOB SUMMARY:

The Administrative Coordinator is accountable for performing a variety of broad and varied administrative actions to support effective department operations. Also, the incumbent provides direct administrative support to the department’s senior leadership and other team members.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform general administrative duties to support departmental operations, including but not limited to maintaining inventory of required supplies, equipment, service contracts, and processing incoming and outgoing mail.
• Maintain departmental information in approved systems.
• Respond to inquiries made in person, by phone, or through electronic communications, or route to the appropriate person(s) for handling.
• Assist department staff with collecting or compiling information to complete key administration-level functions, including but not limited to planning, budgeting and reporting.
• Analyze and process invoices, purchase requisitions, and purchase order adjustments, monitor vendor payments for timely submission and processing.
• Oversee the accurate and timely entry and maintenance of information in established systems of record.
• Handle records with attention to sensitive detail and confidentiality.
• Assist with day-to-day administrative activities and processes within the department, including attendance and recordkeeping for staff, as applicable.
• Serve as initial departmental contact for PCOM staff and external vendors and contacts, as applicable.
• Coordinate, or assist with coordinating, all facets of event planning for the department, including site selection, supplies, and facility setup and attendance, based on established plans.
• Assist with implementing quality, service, and process improvement initiatives to streamline and enhance day-to-day administrative and operational efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of three years experience as an administrative assistant, administrative coordinator, or equivalent, in a fast-paced office with preference given to college or university environment.
• Familiarity with budgeting process or expense reconciliation, preferred.
• Strong collaboration skills.
• Strong organizational and administrative abilities.
• Demonstrated customer service orientation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills, including verbal, written, and interpersonal.
• Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, presentation, and virtual meeting applications on the Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 platforms.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree required. Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience also considered.

Starting Salary: $41,000

The referenced salary range is based on PCOM good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level.

PCOM offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement.

PCOM prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, race, sex, color, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, sexual orientation, religion, creed, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military and military veteran status or any other legally protected class status in all its programs, activities, and employment practices.

At Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, you will be part of a community of caring, professional and committed individuals who focus on making the PCOM experience the best possible for our students. Our dedication to academic and institutional excellence drives everything we do.

As a PCOM employee at our Philadelphia, PA Suwanee, GA or Moultrie, GA locations, you can make a meaningful contribution to the continued success and improvement of the College.

At PCOM, you can become part of our rich heritage, enjoy a competitive compensation and benefits package, and take advantage of opportunities for professional and personal growth.

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) is an equal opportunity employer.

PCOM prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, race, sex, color, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, sexual orientation, religion, creed, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military and military veteran status or any other legally protected class status in all its programs, activities, and employment practices.

PCOM provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with ADA qualifying disabilities who need assistance in completing the online application and/or the hiring process due to their diagnosed disability. Please email the PCOM Equal Opportunity and Access Manager (Title IX Coordinator) at [e-mail] or call 215-871-6528 to begin the disability accommodation process. Reasonable accommodation requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.