Career Center Administrative Assistant & Events Coordinator

Palmer Theological Seminary of Eastern University; Saint Davids (PA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Palmer Theological Seminary of Eastern University in Saint Davids, PA, seeks a Part-Time Administrative Assistant for the Center for Career Development. This role provides front-facing customer service, administrative support, and event logistics to help students and employers engage effectively.

Responsibilities include managing the front desk and Handshake postings, coordinating campus events, and supporting digital outreach while upholding university values of care, integrity, and respect in

Qualifications

• Associate degree required, bachelor’s preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in administrative support, customer service, or event planning.
• 1–2 years of experience in an office administrative role, preferably within higher education or a student-facing environment.

Responsibilities

• Administrative & Front Desk Operations: Manage the CCD front desk, greet students, employers, and guests with a welcoming demeanor.
• Event Coordination & Support: Assist with logistics, venue setup, catering, AV, and attendee communications.
• Marketing & Digital Outreach: Post promotional content and update the Career Center website to reflect events.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Time management

Attention to detail

Discretion

Education

Associate degree required

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Handshake platform

Job description

Palmer Theological Seminary of Eastern University in Saint Davids, PA, seeks a Part-Time Administrative Assistant for the Center for Career Development. This role provides front-facing customer service, administrative support, and event logistics to help students and employers engage effectively.

Responsibilities include managing the front desk and Handshake postings, coordinating campus events, and supporting digital outreach while upholding university values of care, integrity, and respect in