Tech-Savvy Administrative Assistant

University of Connecticut; Hartford, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined contribution/retirement option

Excellent healthcare options

Annual merit increase

22 paid vacation days

Tuition waivers

Desirable work environment

Job summary

University of Connecticut, through the Connecticut Education Network (CEN), seeks an Administrative Assistant to support the Executive Director and a dynamic team delivering critical technology services across Connecticut.

The role emphasizes scheduling, reporting, workflow optimization, and stakeholder engagement in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates have at least two years of admin support experience and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree and at least 2 years of relevant administrative experience.
• Demonstrated written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience providing administrative and customer support in a dynamic environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint).

Responsibilities

• Coordinates scheduling and calendar management for the Executive Director and staff.
• Organizes and supports internal team meetings including logistics, agenda preparation, note-taking, and follow-up task tracking.
• Prepares team reports, presentations, documentation, and other materials.
• Manages general office communication, including phone, email, and correspondence handling.
• Assists with purchasing requisitions and credit card transactions.
• Coordinates travel arrangements for staff when required.
• Maintains office operations such as supplies and shared equipment.
• Maintains inventory of network equipment and supports onboarding for new staff.
• Provides member support and communications as directed by leadership.
• Maintains CRM and distribution lists as directed.
• Supports asset tagging, procurement, and reporting.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Project coordination

Problem solving

Team orientation

Interpersonal

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

University of Connecticut, through the Connecticut Education Network (CEN), seeks an Administrative Assistant to support the Executive Director and a dynamic team delivering critical technology services across Connecticut.

The role emphasizes scheduling, reporting, workflow optimization, and stakeholder engagement in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates have at least two years of admin support experience and strong organizational skills.