Overview
Part-time Office Assistant Jobs in New York, NY at LaGuardia Community College
locations
Main Campus
time type
Full time
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Posted Today
time left to apply
End Date: April 12, 2025 (14 days left to apply)
job requisition id
R0006072
Job Summary
The Administrative Assistant provides administrative support for the Dean’s Office within the Marieb College of Health & Human Services. Acting under general supervision, the position anticipates management or unit needs, proactively solves problems, and handles issues.
Job Description
Typical duties may include but are not limited to:
Provides administrative assistance to a director, dean, or assistant/associate vice president, including responsibilities such as managing calendars, composing correspondence, editing presentations, and handling travel arrangements.
Serves as the liaison to various constituents through correspondence, phone, and in-person contact, including responsibility for unit reception.
Coordinates a wide variety of projects, such as events, conferences, and meetings.
Collaborates with support staff in the Dean’s office on a variety of projects, such as events, conferences, and meetings
Coordinates office operations and services such as personnel, budget preparation, and control.
Collects information, conducts research, and prepares materials for use in management or departmental discussions/meetings or for decision-making purposes.
Interprets policies, procedures, rules and regulations, and provides input into development of new policies and processes.
Creates or maintains unit filing systems or workflows, and maintains confidential information.
Drafts or reviews correspondence or other documents.
Maintains office supply inventory, interacts with vendors, or serves as contact for space, equipment, or facility issues.
May supervise or serve as a lead for other staff, including students.
Provides transactional maintenance of funds and accounts of several units, departments, or colleges.
Other Duties
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Additional Job Description
Required Qualifications:
This position requires a high school diploma and six years of full-time experience directly related to the job functions.
Experience operating a personal computer and proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook).
Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization.
Work experience in a higher education setting.
Experience with social media platforms.
Experience with Workday.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of general office procedures.
Knowledge of budget control principles, practices, and procedures.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize and complete simultaneous projects when numerous and complex demands are involved.
Ability to operate personal computers with proficiency and learn new applications and systems.
Ability to accurately prepare and maintain records, files, and reports.
Ability to work successfully as both a member of a team and independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to interact in a professional manner with staff, faculty, students, and the community in a service-oriented environment.
Ability to think critically and creatively, have a high standard of integrity, and be motivated to incorporate best practices into the organizational structure.
Ability to effectively manage the work of others by providing information, guidance, and motivation.
Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies and procedures consistently.
Ability to analyze and solve problems, draw valid conclusions, and/or develop appropriate alternatives where applicable.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion at all times.
Pay Grade 15
Title: Part-time Office Assistant
Company: LaGuardia Community College
Location: New York, NY
