Lead Administrative Assistant - Graduate Program Coordinator

This position provides comprehensive lead administrative support to Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences (SLHS) students, faculty, and graduate program chairs. Key responsibilities include maintaining and updating graduate student files, reviewing and administering graduate program policies and procedures, coordinating the graduate application process, managing student admissions, and serving as a liaison between students, faculty, and other department partners. A large portion of this position will also include managing graduate student appointments, maintaining budget standards, and having foresight to prevent funding issues.

This role requires managing multiple priorities and projects with creativity, flexibility, self-motivation, and strong problem-solving and communication skills. The ideal candidate will demonstrate leadership abilities, experience working with confidential information, and the capability to work independently with little supervision and as part of a team. They must also be dedicated to student success and exhibit the ability to think creatively, analytically, and strategically.The position will provide direct support to SLHS faculty and graduate students across the Master, AuD, and PhD programs, serving as the primary contact for approximately 150 graduate students. Responsibilities also include assisting with the development and implementation of department policies and procedures, and continually assessing and recommending improvements to the graduate program.

Who We Are at Purdue University:

When you join Purdue University, you join a community that keeps moving forward. For more than 150 years, we’ve been known for not only our groundbreaking work in STEM research, but also for our collective imagination, ingenuity and innovation.

What We’re Looking For:

• Requires a high school diploma/GED.
• 4 years of experience in an administrative support role.

Skills needed:

• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal 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.
• Advanced computer and related software skills to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet, etc.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate with individuals at all levels within and external to the university to support department needs.
• Ability to interpret policies and procedures to proactively resolve issues or improve processes.
• Ability to identify problems and implement or recommend solutions.
• Drafting, proofreading and editing skills.
• Ability to lead others and provide direction and constructive feedback.

• Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period Or Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan
• Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days
• All applications must be held the first 5 business days due to our Equal Opportunity Employment policy
• Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/index.php

Who We Are:

• Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.

EOE / AA:

• Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply