Administrative Assistant

Req Id: 31954

Job Title: Administrative Assistant

Job Description:

Job Summary

The Administrative Assistant will provide administrative support for an individual, group of professionals, department, program or other administrative functions. You will perform a variety of administrative tasks including maintaining calendars, scheduling meetings and events, arranging travel or handling incoming inquires. This position will create agendas, flyers, or promotional materials as well as update and maintain websites, databases and mailing lists. You will also assist in preparing reports.

About Us:

The Department of Mathematics has an international reputation as an outstanding center for mathematical education, scholarship and research. Together with visiting researchers, its 65 professors provide it with active involvement in current developments in many major areas of mathematics.

When you join Purdue University, you join a community that keeps moving forward. For more than 150 years, we've been known for not only our groundbreaking work in STEM research, but also for our collective imagination, ingenuity and innovation.

What We're Looking For:

Education and Experience Needed:

• High School Degree or High School Equivalency (HSE)
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in an administrative support customer service or clerical role

Skills Needed:

• Excellent customer service, verbal, and written communications skills

• Ability to handle frequent interruptions, balance multiple tasks, and maintain confidentiality

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Computer and related software skills to include Word, Outlook, Internet, etc.

• Typing, drafting, filing, and data entry skills

• Ability to identify routine problems and implement or recommend solutions

Additional Information:

• Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position

• A background check will be required for employment in this position

• FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible for Overtime)

• Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period

• Purdue University is an EEO/AA employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply

• Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days

Who We Are:

Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.

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Posting Start Date: 6/4/24