Administrative Specialist, Student Success Programs In-Person

Johnson C Smith University Inc; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson C. Smith University in Charlotte, NC seeks an Administrative Assistant II to provide comprehensive administrative, operational, financial, and program support for The Smith Institute.

The role coordinates with students, faculty, staff, employers, alumni, and community partners, ensuring professional and timely service. This fully in-person position supports Title III-funded activities, maintains records, manages budgets and purchases, and assists with reporting and compliance across

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to student success, career readiness, experiential learning, leadership development, and high-quality constituent service.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative support to the Director of The Smith Institute and manage day-to-day operations and programs.
• Serve as the first point of contact for students, employers, alumni, faculty, staff, and partners.
• Coordinate the Director’s calendar and assist with scheduling meetings and events.
• Support planning and execution of career readiness, experiential learning, and student development activities.
• Assist with grant administration, including documentation, expenditure tracking, and reporting.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Project coordination

Communication skills

Discretion & confidentiality

Adaptability

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)

Handshake

CRM systems

Job description

Johnson C. Smith University in Charlotte, NC seeks an Administrative Assistant II to provide comprehensive administrative, operational, financial, and program support for The Smith Institute.

The role coordinates with students, faculty, staff, employers, alumni, and community partners, ensuring professional and timely service. This fully in-person position supports Title III-funded activities, maintains records, manages budgets and purchases, and assists with reporting and compliance across