Part-Time Administrative Coordinator: Projects & Events

Purdue University Northwest; Hammond (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits – Medical, Dental,Vision

Ten paid vacation days first year

Ten paid holidays

University retirement contribution

HSA contribution with wellness program

Job summary

Purdue University Northwest seeks a Part-Time Administrative Assistant in the Managerial Studies Department in Hammond, IN. The role supports project operations, records, scheduling, communications, and reporting, with grant-funded status through August 31, 2028.

The successful candidate will handle office duties, coordinate meetings and events, assist with purchasing, reporting, and liaison activities, and maintain files and systems across university platforms.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Two or more years of administrative experience required.
• Experience in academic or grant management environment preferred.
• Proficient computer skills and social media familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to Projects personnel.
• Serve as first point of contact for students, faculty, staff and public.
• Maintain project records and files.
• Assist with scheduling appointments for project leadership and staff.
• Update project website and post on social media.
• Coordinate meetings and events for project leaders/external advisory board.
• Handle room reservations, menus, guest lists, and equipment setup.
• Prepare hiring documents for part-time lecturers and student workers.
• Access university systems to generate reports.
• Process purchasing and account reconciliation, including travel reimbursements.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Qualtrics

Scheduling software

Job description

Purdue University Northwest seeks a Part-Time Administrative Assistant in the Managerial Studies Department in Hammond, IN. The role supports project operations, records, scheduling, communications, and reporting, with grant-funded status through August 31, 2028.

The successful candidate will handle office duties, coordinate meetings and events, assist with purchasing, reporting, and liaison activities, and maintain files and systems across university platforms.