Senior Administrative Assistant

The Senior Administrative Assistant will provide administrative support to the Assistant Director of Extension for Agriculture and Natural Resources, Assistant Program Leaders, and Extension Coordinators in the Extension Director's Office. Responsibilities will include:

• Perform non-routine administrative functions; conduct research, prepare reports and presentations, respond to information requests, and manage correspondence
• Maintain calendars, schedule meetings, prepare agendas, and collect and provide support materials
• Compose routine correspondence and draft and edit non-routine correspondence
• Develop, implement, and maintain/improve processes related to administrative support operations (e.g., records maintenance, data collection and maintenance, etc.)
• Coordinate events, including room reservations, setups, resource needs, and catering
• Arrange travel, order supplies, and ensure proper functioning of office equipment
• Update and maintain mailing lists, databases and websites
• Mentor and/or train other support staff
• May monitor operating budget and maintain financial records

• High school diploma/GED
• 3 years of experience in an administrative support role
• Excellent 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
• 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
• Travel

• This position will provide a hybrid work schedule
• Purdue will not sponsor work authorization for this position
• A background check is required for employment in this position
• This was formerly classified as an operational/technical position; an internal lateral transfer will retain same benefit standing.
• FLSA:  Non-Exempt (Eligible for Overtime)
• Retirement:  Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan
• Purdue University is an EEO/AA employer.  All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply

All university employees are afforded a generous benefits package, https://www.purdue.edu/hr/benewell/index.php, including medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time off, and retirement contributions. As part of Purdue University’s expansive employee benefit package, the University is proud to offer its employees the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance by offering a tuition remission opportunity at both Purdue University and Purdue Global.

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