Special Assistant - TERM POSITION

PageUp People Limited; Kent (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent State University is seeking a Special Assistant located at the Kent Campus in Kent, OH. The role reports to a designated supervisor and supports specialized knowledge areas in higher education. A security check is required and travel may be occasional.

The position offers a salary range of $42,357–$46,654 and requires a Bachelor’s degree with two years' relevant experience (or equivalent alternative).

Qualifications

• Minimum: Bachelor’s degree and two years' relevant experience; or associate's degree and five years of business and/or academic experience; or seven years of business and/or academic experience.
• Personal computer applications knowledge
• Written and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to apply policies and procedures

Responsibilities

• Coordinate or assist in development and implementation of a program or project; may oversee day-to-day operations.
• Serve as liaison for area of specialization; answer questions and provide advice on issues related to area of specialization.
• Assist in analyzing information, conducting research and developing reports related to area of specialization.
• Serve on department, division, and University committees.
• May supervise students and/or provide guidance of support staff on a project or assignment.

Skills

Written and interpersonalcommunication

Personal computer applications

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 2 years experience or equivalent

Associate’s degree + 5 years experience

7 years business/academic experience

Tools

QuickBooks

Event planning

CMS systems

CRM software (Mailchimp)

Excel

Job description

Special Assistant

Physical Location

Kent Campus - Kent, OH

$42,357- $46,654

Basic Function

To provide specialized knowledge in an area related to higher education. Reports to designated supervisor.

Additional Basic Function

THIS POSITION IS INTHE OHIO EMPLOYEE OWNERSHIP CENTER

Examples of Duties

• Coordinate or assist in development and implementation of a program or project. May oversee day-to-day operations of a program or project.
• Serve as liaison for area of specialization; answer questions and provide advice on issues related to area of specialization.
• Assist in analyzing information, conducting research and developing and preparing reports related to area of specialization.
• Serve on various department, division, and University committees.
• May supervise students and/or provide functional guidance of support staff or other employees who work on a project or assignment on a temporary or intermittent basis.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and two years' relevant experience; or associate's degree and five years of business and/or academic experience; or seven years of business and/or academic experience.

Knowledge Of

Personal computer applications

Skill In

Written and interpersonal communication

Ability To

Apply policies and procedures

Preferred Qualifications – if applicable

• FAMILIARITY WITH QUICKBOOKS, CREATING FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, INVOICES, AND SIMILAR
• FAMILIARITY WITH EVENT PLANNING, INCLUDING SCOUTING LOCATIONS; COORDINATING EVENT CONTRACTS; CHOOSING MENUS AND OTHER ARRANGEMENTS; AND RELATED TASKS.
• FAMILIARITY WITH WEBSITE CONTENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS, INCLUDING MANAGING BACK-END REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT SYSTEMS, AND RELATED TASKS.
• FAMILIARITY WITH CRM SOFTWARE (I.E. MAILCHIMP), SPREADSHEETS (I.E. EXCEL), AND BASIC DATABASE MANAGEMENT.

Assessments

Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which may require assessments. Assessments could take the form of interview questions, a request to provide work samples or a written or practical test to assess job related competencies.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

None

Working Schedule

AVAILABILITY TO OCCASIONALLY TRAVEL, INCLUDING OVERNIGHT STAYS

Additional Information

Must pass a security check.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to non-discrimination to employ and advance qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. We comply with VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences, and are inclusive, welcoming, respectful and kind.

Kent State University is a Smoke-Free, Tobacco-Free University effective July 1, 2017. Smoking and tobacco use are not permitted on any of Kent State’s campuses or other locations and properties that are owned, operated, or leased by Kent State, both domestic and international. For additional details, visit www.kent.edu/smoke-free .

Disclaimer

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.

Advertised: October 02, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: October 16, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time