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Administrative Assistant, Genetic Counseling Graduate Program Jobs in Union, NJ at Kean University
Title: Administrative Assistant, Genetic Counseling Graduate Program
Company: Kean University
Location: Union, NJ
We are looking for a part-time (17.5 hours per week) administrative assistant for our Genetic Counseling Graduate Program.
- In-person position
- Flexible days/hours
- No evenings or weekends
The ideal candidate will exhibit high standards, excellent communication skills, and have an ability to take initiative, and prioritize daily tasks. A strong ability to take charge and meet tight deadlines will ensure your success in this multi-faceted role.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for providing administrative support services to department such as data processing, accounting, purchasing, and printing to ensure program procedures and policies are implemented
- Schedules meetings, prepares agendas and ensures that meeting minutes are prepared and distributed. Attends and records minutes of various program meetings
- Manages the administrative functions for the procurement of supplies
- Handles and coordinates active calendars
- Supports graduate students by providing customer service in person and via phone/email
- Ensures electronic and hardcopy file organization based on office protocol
- Provides ad hoc support as needed
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; preference to those with at least one year of office administrative experience.
- Strong interpersonal, customer service and communication skills
- Ability to multitask
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
