Engineering Admin Support Specialist

your Jared; Chester (Delaware County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Widener University is seeking an Administrative Support Specialist to provide essential clerical and administrative support to the School of Engineering, reporting to the Assistant Dean. The role supports the Mechanical and Chemical Departments, faculty, students, and initiatives in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.

The ideal candidate is customer-service focused, with strong communication and organizational skills, capable of prioritizing tasks and maintaining professional settings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 3+ years of secretarial or administrative support experience in a service-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to use email systems, electronic calendars, and the Internet for research and information gathering.

Responsibilities

• Answer, screen, and direct phone calls, emails, and in-person visitors.
• Coordinate room reservations, committee scheduling, mail handling and travel arrangements.
• Prepare, proofread, and edit correspondence, reports, and presentations.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Customer service

Calendar management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Widener University is seeking an Administrative Support Specialist to provide essential clerical and administrative support to the School of Engineering, reporting to the Assistant Dean. The role supports the Mechanical and Chemical Departments, faculty, students, and initiatives in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.

The ideal candidate is customer-service focused, with strong communication and organizational skills, capable of prioritizing tasks and maintaining professional settings.