Overview
(Part-Time) Administrative Assistant Jobs in Brighton, MI at Huron-Clinton Metroparks
Job Description
Req Id: 35928
Job Title: Administrative Assistant
City: West Lafayette
Job Description:
Job Summary
The Office of Interdisciplinary Graduate Programs (OIGP) administers multiple interdisciplinary graduate programs that foster collaboration across many departments and colleges. This role will support the Graduate Program Specialist with Admissions and recruitment events. Responsibilities also include performing a variety of administrative tasks including maintaining calendars, scheduling meetings and events, arranging travel or handling incoming inquiries. May create agendas, flyers, or promotional materials. May update and maintain websites, databases and mailing lists. This role will also assist in preparing reports, recording and distributing minutes along with composing routine correspondence and drafting non-routine correspondence. The Administrative Assistant will also serve as receptionist for OIGP.
Responsibilities and Duties:
Maintain calendars, schedule meetings, prepare agendas, collect and provide support materials, and record and distribute minutes
Compose routine correspondence and draft non-routine correspondence
Proofread various documents, reports and presentation materials
Collect Data for use in reports, presentations and meetings
Assist with small event coordination, including room reservations, setups, resource needs, and catering
Arrange travel, order supplies, maintain organizational files, make copies, distribute incoming and outgoing mail and ensure proper functioning of office equipment
Update and maintain mailing lists, databases and websites
What We’re Looking For:
High School Diploma/GED
Two or more years of experience in a clerical or administrative support role
Excellent customer service, verbal, and written communication skills
Ability to handle frequent interruptions, balance multiple tasks, meet deadlines and maintain confidentiality
Strong organizational and time management skills and attention to detail
Computer and related software skills to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet, etc.
Typing drafting, filing, data entry, proofreading and editing skills
Ability to identify routine problems and implement or recommend solutions
What Is Helpful:
Event planning and coordination and academic experience
Experience with survey building tools such as Qualtrics or SurveyMonkey
What We Want You To Know:
Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
A background check is required for employment in this position
FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible for Overtime))
Retirement Eligibility: Non-Exempt Employee Defined Contribution Plan
Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply
Posting Start Date: 2/7/25
Title: (Part-Time) Administrative Assistant
Company: Huron-Clinton Metroparks
Location: Brighton, MI
