Part-Time Administrative Support

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University in University Park, PA, invites applications for a part-time Administrative Support role working up to 10 hours per week to assist with financial transactions and data reporting. The position requires an Associate's degree or higher and five years of related experience, familiarity with university financial processes, and strong communication and confidentiality.

The successful candidate will collaborate with faculty and staff to meet unit goals and maintain accurate

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate's degree or higher plus five years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of university policies and procedures related to financial, academic, human resources and grant administration, and experience with a business or financial information mainframe, reimbursement system, and financial information tools preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to handle multiple priorities, exercise independent judgment and discretion, and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve financial transactions within established guidelines.
• Collaborate with other units and staff to achieve unit goals.
• Compile and analyze data for reports, grants, contracts and programs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Discretion

Collaboration

Education

Associate level degree or higher

Tools

Financial information mainframe

Employee reimbursement system

Financial information tools

Job description

Job Description and Position Requirements

The College of Agricultural Sciences Department of Entomology is seeking applicants for a part-time Administrative Support to work up to 10 hours a week.

Job Duties

• assist with reviewing and approving financial transactions within established guidelines
• provide assistance and collaborate with other units and staff to achieve unit goals
• compile and analyze data for a variety of reports, grants, contracts and programs

Requirements, qualifications, and/or competencies

• This position typically requires an Associate's degree or higher plus five years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of University policies and procedures related to financial, academic, human resources and grant administration, as well as experience with a business or financial information mainframe, employee reimbursement system, and financial information tools strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to handle multiple priorities, exercise independent judgment and discretion, and attention to detail are required. Must maintain confidentiality and be able to work cooperatively with various levels of faculty, staff, and students. The successful candidate must demonstrate a genuine appreciation in working with diverse audiences.

Schedule

up to 10 hours a week.

Background Checks/Clearances

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Campus Security Crime Statistics

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here .

EEO Is The Law

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission.