Education Studies Administrative Coordinator

Carleton-College; Northfield (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

A generous 403(b) retirement plan

Medical, dental, vision, life and long

Paid time-off including holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Dependent tuition after six years

Job summary

Carleton College in Northfield, MN seeks an Administrative Assistant in Educational Studies and Phi Beta Kappa. The role provides essential office support to the department chair and faculty, and acts as the face of the department for students and staff.

Responsibilities include drafting agendas and minutes, preparing course materials, coordinating events, managing calendars and budgets, updating the department website, and connecting with community partners as needed.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, time management and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficient in word processing, spreadsheets, and web editing.

Responsibilities

• Meet with the Chair regularly to discuss department business, attend meetings, draft agendas, take and distribute minutes.
• Assist faculty in preparing course materials, letters, proposals, and notices to students.
• Order and maintain office equipment and supplies; manage displays and lobby areas.
• Monitor department budgets and process VISA card statements.
• Maintain calendars, email, and departmental communications; update the website.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Word processing

Desktop publishing

Spreadsheets

Web editing

Internet research

Education

Post-high school education

Five+ years related experience

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

Job description

Carleton College in Northfield, MN seeks an Administrative Assistant in Educational Studies and Phi Beta Kappa. The role provides essential office support to the department chair and faculty, and acts as the face of the department for students and staff.

Responsibilities include drafting agendas and minutes, preparing course materials, coordinating events, managing calendars and budgets, updating the department website, and connecting with community partners as needed.