Overview
Administrative Assistant Jobs in Gary, IN at Indiana University
Full Job Description
Department
FINE ARTS (NW-FINA-IUNWA)
Department Information
The School of the Arts at IU Northwest provides a comprehensive and flexible learning experience in multiple programs across the departments of Communication, Performing Arts, and Fine Arts. Working with internationally recognized scholars, artists, and practitioners, students investigate their disciplines’ foundations and engage in the experimental development of personal directions.
Job Summary
Provides administrative support to a department or group of professionals, exercising confidentiality, tact and diplomacy.
Utilizes business software applications to prepare correspondence, reports, presentations, agendas, minutes, etc.; compiles data for expense and statistical reports.
Receives, screens, and directs incoming calls, visitors, mail, and email promptly, courteously, and accurately.
Schedules and confirms appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements; tracks expenses.
Participates in the development and implementation of administrative standards, policies and practices for the organization.
May perform other duties related to maintaining an internal website and/or working with social media.
Qualifications
Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
EDUCATION
Required
High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)
Preferred
Bachelor’s degree in related field
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
2 years of relevant experience
SKILLS
Required
Excellent organizational skills
Demonstrates ability to maintain confidential information
Strong verbal communication and listening skills
Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills
Ability to simultaneously handle multiple priorities
Maintains composure under pressure
Preferred
Familiarity with specialized equipment found in art schools, such as photo editing software and large format printers, Cricut, and general studio equipment
Appreciation of the arts
Working Conditions / Demands
This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. This position requires the ability to move items up weighing 40 pounds. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Work Location
Gary, Indiana
Advertised Salary
Salary Range: $31,200 – $43,000 annually
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
Multiple plan options for medical insurance
Dental insurance
Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
Additional supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition benefit for IU classes
10 paid holidays per year
Generous Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.
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Title: Administrative Assistant
Company: Indiana University
Location: Gary, IN
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