Secretary 2: Department Admin & Budget Specialist

CT; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State employee benefits overview

Professional growth opportunities

Healthy work/life balance

Job summary

Western Connecticut State University (WCSU) is recruiting for a full‑time Secretary 2 to support the Education & Educational Psychology Department in Danbury, CT. You will be the welcoming first contact for students and staff, manage calendars, and handle contracts for part‑time faculty and outside agencies.

The role emphasizes office administration, budget tracking, and coordinating communications. A strong background in secretarial duties and Microsoft Office is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of experience above the routine clerk level in office support or secretarial work.
• One (1) year of General Experience as Secretary 1 or equivalent.
• College training in secretarial sciences may substitute for General Experience.
• Demonstrates clear and effective communication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Excel, Outlook, Teams and Word.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a welcoming point of contact for students, faculty and staff.
• Provide support to department leadership and faculty.
• Manage calendars and coordinate meetings.
• Process contracts for part-time faculty and outside agencies.
• Prepare reports and maintain budget accounts.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Customer service

Budgeting experience

Front desk reception

Education

College training in secretarial sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams, Word)

Job description

Western Connecticut State University (WCSU) is recruiting for a full‑time Secretary 2 to support the Education & Educational Psychology Department in Danbury, CT. You will be the welcoming first contact for students and staff, manage calendars, and handle contracts for part‑time faculty and outside agencies.

The role emphasizes office administration, budget tracking, and coordinating communications. A strong background in secretarial duties and Microsoft Office is essential for success.