On-Site Administrative Assistant - Research Lab Ops

The Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 47,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discount 75%

Competitive retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking an experienced administrative office assistant to join the All-Domain Analytics and Signatures Office (A2SO) at the Applied Research Laboratory. You will support division heads, manage calendars, coordinate events, and ensure compliance across HR, security, IT, and facilities.

ARL is a DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes transitioning military members. Applicants should have GED/HS with experience, proficiency in SAP/Concur and Workday, and strong MS

Qualifications

• GED or HS with relevant experience required.
• Proficiency with SAP/Concur or equivalent travel/expense tool.
• Experience supporting teams, projects, or programs.
• Strong MS Office skills (PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Assist with general administrative functions for A2SO leadership.
• Handle moderately complex and confidential duties.
• Monitor HR, security, IT, and facility processes to meet deadlines.
• Coordinate calendars and meetings across multiple offices and sponsors.
• Initiate purchasing, manage procurement and office supply inventory.
• Assist with travel arrangements and expense reconciliations.

Skills

SAP/Concur

Workday

MS Office

Office administration

Education

GED or HS Diploma

Tools

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking an experienced administrative office assistant to join the All-Domain Analytics and Signatures Office (A2SO) at the Applied Research Laboratory. You will support division heads, manage calendars, coordinate events, and ensure compliance across HR, security, IT, and facilities.

ARL is a DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes transitioning military members. Applicants should have GED/HS with experience, proficiency in SAP/Concur and Workday, and strong MS