Flexible Part-Time Administrative Assistant

University of Pennsylvania; United (PA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life

Retirement plans

Time away from work

Flexible work hours

Job summary

The Population Studies Center (PSC) at the University of Pennsylvania seeks a part-time Administrative Assistant to provide general administrative support, including travel arrangements, expense reports, ordering supplies and coordinating the office under close supervision.

The role requires strong written and verbal communication, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and the ability to work independently or with faculty, staff and students in a higher education setting.

Qualifications

• High School Grad/GED with 1–2 years of experience or equivalent.
• College degree preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Time-management and attention to detail.
• Prior administrative work in higher education is preferred.
• Ability to work independently or with faculty, staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Make travel arrangements and create travel reimbursements for visitors, faculty, students, and postdocs/visiting scholars
• Assist with coordination and planning of events; order catering and assist with setup and cleanup; schedule meetings and conferences
• Office coordination; purchase supplies, manage mail and distribute correspondence

Skills

High School Diploma or GED

College degree (Preferred)

Microsoft Office

Verbal and written communication

Time management

Higher education experience

Independent or team work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College degree (Preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Population Studies Center (PSC) at the University of Pennsylvania seeks a part-time Administrative Assistant to provide general administrative support, including travel arrangements, expense reports, ordering supplies and coordinating the office under close supervision.

The role requires strong written and verbal communication, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and the ability to work independently or with faculty, staff and students in a higher education setting.