Administrative Support Assistant

Penn State University; State College (Centre County); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Remote options

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking an Administrative Support Assistant to join the Admissions Services and Evaluation Team. This role supports data processing of high school records, data entry tasks, and project-based work with emphasis on accuracy and efficiency.

Hours are 30-40 per week with in-office and remote options. Flexible scheduling and the ability to work both on campus and remotely are available, though remote or hybrid approval is not guaranteed; applications reviewed until positions

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong data processing and data entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Data processing of high school records.
• Project-based work and other data-entry tasks requiring accuracy.

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Undergraduate Admissions Office (UAO) is seeking candidates for administrative support assistant positions on the Admissions Services and Evaluation Team. Positions are available for 30-40 hours per week, depending on office needs and employee preference.

The UAO offers flexible hours between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday with in-office and remote options.

Duties include the data processing of high school records, project-based work, and additional data entry where computer skills and accuracy are essential.

A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Applications will be reviewed until positions are filled.

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

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

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 .

EEO IS THE LAW

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.

Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission.