Administrative Assistant

Overview of Administrative Assistant

The Computer and Information Technology & Graphics Department at Purdue University Northwest is seeking an Administrative Assistant. The position will be responsible for handling all day to day administrative support functions for the Center for Cybersecurity . This individual will work independently to administer and provide specialized support.

• Typically 8am – 5pm with occasional evening/weekend work; will flex work schedule to accommodate
  

This position is grant-funded and continued employment is contingent upon ongoing funding availability.

Duties and Responsibilities of Administrative Assistant

• Assist in grant proposal preparation and submission

• Assist in reporting and marketing

• Manage grant budgets, pay invoices, coordinate travel, and perform temp and student hiring

• Reporting and Marketing

• Serve as liaison between PIs, University administrative offices, and external agencies, sponsors or partners

• Provide support on special projects as needed

Benefits of Administrative Assistant

• Ten paid vacation days first year of employment
• Ten paid holidays
• University paid and matching contribution to retirement
• University contribution to Health Savings Account –
  • Plus, a chance to earn more through participating in University Wellness Initiatives
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition remission for you, your spouse and dependent children at any Purdue campus

Education of Administrative Assistant

• High school diploma/GED required

Experience of Administrative Assistant

• Two years’ administrative support experience

Core Competencies of Administrative Assistant

• Ability to work well independently with accuracy and efficiency

• Highly organized and excellent attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a team environment

• Self-direction, excellent initiative and creativity while maintaining high quality of work

• Self-motivated and able to use time and resources effectively

• Able to make and implement plans with patience, persistence, and consistency

• Ability to identify and correct problems as they occur

• Outstanding written and verbal skills

• Proficiency in Video Conferencing and Microsoft Office software

• Ability to learn and adapt to system and policy changes

Additional Information

FLSA Status