Administrative Lead - Office of Graduate Education Equity Programs

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Administrative Lead to join its Office of Graduate Education Equity Programs. This pivotal role involves supporting the Associate Dean with various administrative tasks, managing events, and overseeing Graduate Assistants. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. This position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including health plans and tuition discounts. If you're passionate about educational equity and have a knack for administration, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Plans

Tuition Discounts

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 4+ years of related experience in administrative roles.
• Strong skills in financial management and event coordination.

Responsibilities

• Support the Associate Dean with meetings and event logistics.
• Manage calendar, prepare agendas, and take minutes.
• Oversee Graduate Assistants and collaborate with university staff.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Event Planning

Budget Oversight

Organizational Skills

Data Analysis

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Administrative Lead - Office of Graduate Education Equity Programs

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Job Overview

The Fox Graduate School at Penn State seeks an experienced administrative professional to serve as Administrative Lead in the Office of Graduate Educational Equity Programs (OGEEP).

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Associate Dean for Graduate Educational Equity/Chief Diversity Officer with briefing, agendas, and materials for meetings and events.
• Manage the calendar, prepare agendas, and take minutes.
• Coordinate logistics for meetings and events, including travel, catering, lodging, and financial reconciliation.
• Handle communications on behalf of the Associate Dean and OGEEP.
• Assist with recruiting and hiring processes.
• Support projects involving data research, presentation preparation, and benchmarking.
• Oversee Graduate Assistants and collaborate with university staff, faculty, and external contacts.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher with 4+ years of related experience or equivalent.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience in financial management.
• Strong organizational, event planning, and budget oversight skills.
• Ability to analyze processes and propose solutions.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• High professionalism and ability to work independently.

Additional Information

This role requires occasional after-hours and weekend work, flexible work arrangements after 6 months, and is not fully remote.

Salary range: $42,100 - $61,000. Benefits include health plans, tuition discounts, and paid holidays.

Application Process

Submit a cover letter and resume. Review begins immediately and continues until filled.