Staff Assistant – Department of Nursing

Asbury University; Wilmore (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Insurance plans

Job summary

Asbury University in Wilmore, Kentucky, is hiring a Full-time Staff Assistant for the Department of Nursing starting January 2027. This position entails providing comprehensive administrative support to faculty and staff, managing records, and assisting nursing students. Candidates should have an Associate Degree in a relevant field and two years of clerical experience. Asbury University encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds and requires a commitment to its Christian mission. Benefits include competitive compensation and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate Degree in business administration or a similar field.
• Two years of experience providing secretarial or clerical support.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Nursing program faculty and staff.
• Answer telephone calls for the Department of Nursing.
• Create and maintain office records.
• Assist with budget tracking and inventory.

Skills

Administrative support

Clerical support

Communication skills

Education

Associate Degree in business administration or secretarial science

Job description

POSITION

Full-time Staff Assistant position beginning January 2027

SHAW SCHOOL OF SCIENCES INFORMATION

Asbury University announces a full‑time staff position in the Department of Nursing to begin in January 2027 providing administrative support to the faculty and staff of the Department of Nursing.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide administrative support to the Nursing program faculty and staff.
• Answer telephone calls for the Department of Nursing.
• Receive and assist nursing students, visitors, and other guests to the Department of Nursing.
• Provide information and answer general questions concerning the Department of Nursing.
• Create, organize, and maintain office and nursing student records from application to completion/withdrawal from the program in compliance with accreditation and regulatory body standards.
• Provide administrative support and compile data for nursing administrator as needed for accreditation and regulatory body reporting.
• Assist in preparation and organization of advisory board committee meetings.
• Assist in facilitating the completion and maintenance of clinical affiliation agreements and CastleBranch requirements.
• Assist with orientation of part‑time and full‑time faculty.
• Monitor and maintain office supply inventory.
• Assist in making purchases and budget tracking.
• Assist in preparing agendas and meeting minutes.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

A minimum of an Associate Degree in business administration or secretarial science or similar field. Two years of experience working in the field providing secretarial or clerical support.

INSTITUTIONAL COMMITMENT

Asbury University is an independent, Christian liberal arts university in the Wesleyan‑Holiness tradition. In the desire to be a more inclusive community, reflective of the Kingdom of God, we especially encourage candidate applications from various ethnic backgrounds. At Asbury University, employees must display a committed and dynamic Christian faith along with the ability to support the University’s Wesleyan Holiness theological position, lifestyle standards, and mission. Candidates must agree, support and adhere to university policies and procedures – including the Faculty Manual, Community Standards Guidelines, Human Sexuality Statement, and the Standard of Conduct for employees. Asbury University does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, or handicap in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices.

COMPENSATION

Compensation is competitive and dependent upon education and experience. Benefits include retirement (TIAA/CREF) and insurance plans.

INQUIRY PROCESS

Questions may be directed to Dr. Connie Lamb, Department of Nursing, Chair. [e-mail]

Interested candidates should email a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and a statement describing the current vitality of your personal Christian faith to [e-mail] or mail to: