Senior Administrative Assistant, Higher Ed Ops (Onsite)

LHH; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH is seeking an experienced Senior Administrative Assistant to support a prominent higher education institution in Atlanta, GA. This role provides advanced administrative support to the Department Chair and faculty, coordinating departmental operations, budgets, events, records, and student-related activities.

The ideal candidate will have five years of related admin experience, strong communication and discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and at least five years of related administrative experience.
• Experience in college/university settings is a plus.
• Strong communication and discretion in handling sensitive information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, and records.

Responsibilities

• Maintain departmental and grant budget records, including invoices and check requests.
• Monitor account activity and research discrepancies with internal teams.
• Coordinate departmental events and travel arrangements for faculty and guests.
• Manage semester course schedules and department databases.
• Prepare letters, reports, spreadsheets, and presentations.
• Serve as the first contact for students, parents, faculty, staff and visitors.
• Process invoices and track financial documents in Banner system.
• Schedule meetings, reserve facilities, and coordinate supplies.

Skills

Administrative experience

Customer service

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Discretion

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Banner system

Job description

LHH is seeking an experienced Senior Administrative Assistant to support a prominent higher education institution in Atlanta, GA. This role provides advanced administrative support to the Department Chair and faculty, coordinating departmental operations, budgets, events, records, and student-related activities.

The ideal candidate will have five years of related admin experience, strong communication and discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy.