Dynamic Admin Assistant for Science Dept Chairs

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Center Valley (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

DeSales University in Center Valley, PA seeks an Administrative Assistant to provide primary support to the Chairs of Biology and Chemistry and to the didactic faculty. The role focuses on ensuring smooth program operation, coordinating schedules, handling correspondence, and maintaining records with discretion.

The ideal candidate will have strong computer skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office and database systems, and the ability to manage multiple tasks with professionalism in a

Qualifications

• High School or equivalency required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Excellent communications skills, both oral and written.
• 2-3 year of related experience in a higher education environment or customer service-based industry.
• Proficient computer skills to include Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher) and experience with database programs (Colleague preferred).
• Possess and be able to use math skills to provide accurate financial and other data accounting.
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion.
• Occasional attendance at program functions outside of standard work hours.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment, balance competing responsibilities, and complete assignments in a timely manner.
• Sensitive to issues of ethnicity, disability and diversity.
• Dedicated to the mission of a small, Catholic, liberal arts institution.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary administrative support for the Chairs of the Biology and Chemistry Departments, and the didactic faculty in the respective programs of these departments.
• Facilitate efficient operation of these programs.
• Coordinate schedules, correspondence, and records with discretion.

Skills

Excellent communications

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Colleague

Job description

DeSales University in Center Valley, PA seeks an Administrative Assistant to provide primary support to the Chairs of Biology and Chemistry and to the didactic faculty. The role focuses on ensuring smooth program operation, coordinating schedules, handling correspondence, and maintaining records with discretion.

The ideal candidate will have strong computer skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office and database systems, and the ability to manage multiple tasks with professionalism in a