Indiana University South Bend is Hiring an Administrative Assistant Near South Bend, IN
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES (SB-CASC-IUSBA) Department Specific Responsibilities
Participates in occasional planning and implementation of small special events.
May perform other duties related to maintaining departmental bulletin boards and departmental newsletters.
Initial assignment would include Departments of Psychology and World Language Studies and the Master of Liberal Studies Program.
General Responsibilities
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.
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)
RequiredWORK EXPERIENCE
2 years of relevant experience
SkillsRequired
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
Working knowledge and/or experience with MS Office and Teams
Good written communication skills
Experience with software systems for purchasing, hiring employees, and student records
Ability to learn new software systems
Ability to work independently
Careful attention to detail
Ability to simultaneously manage multiple tasks
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. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation. Indiana University South Bend campus South Bend, Indiana $32,219.20 annual salary 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. Career Level: Intermediate FLSA: Nonexempt Job Function: General Administration Job Family: Administrative Support Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework. This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date. If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments. Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD. Request Support Telephone: 812-856-1234