Temp Administrative Assistant 1

Updated: 28 days ago
Location: East Stroudsburg, PENNSYLVANIA

East Stroudsburg University is hiring a Temporary Administrative Assistant 1! Located in the beautiful Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania, ESU’s proximity to New York City and Philadelphia provides convenient access to internships, careers, and social activities. Just minutes from campus are the country’s largest water parks, scenic Delaware Water Gap Recreation Area, Appalachian Trail, and other opportunities for recreational fun.
As the Temporary Administrative Assistant 1, you will need to think creatively and be comfortable performing various administrative tasks. You will be an active member of the College of Arts & Sciences Team and will work closely with the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences to provide guidance and support to all staff in the College. You will thrive in this role if you like combining your administrative and organizational experience while handling confidential communications. To be successful in this role, you must have excellent organizational skills, pivot from tasks efficiently, and communicate effectively.
Your normal hours of work will be Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. You may have to flex your schedule from time to time based on the needs of the business to be a true Temporary Administrative Assistant 1. This is a Temporary position until the role is filled. When our team shows up for work, they are energized and motivated to succeed - all while being the most crucial piece to keeping the ESU operations humming.

What Will I Do At ESU? (AKA Essential Duties)

  • Provide general administrative support.
  • Answer phone calls and respond to emails.
  • Provide customer service to walk-ins.
  • Organize projects and documents.
  • Performs related work as required.

What We're Looking For (AKA Qualifications)

  • Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred. Minimum of 3 years of related experience preferred.
  • Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite and open to learning new computer applications as
    technology develops.
  • Customer service-oriented, enthusiastic team player with the ability to work independently.
  • Skill at managing multiple tasks with competing deadlines.
  • Able to read, write, and comprehend English; able to follow verbal instructions.
  • Experience with Word, Excel, Teams required.

What We Offer

  • Salary: $44,010 annually
  • Living by the Warrior Code:
    • Accountable for One's Actions
    • Committed to Self-Growth
    • Willing to Sacrifice for the Greater Good
    • Positive, Honest, and Loyal
    • Respectful of the Environment and Community
    • Dedicated to Empowering Others

We believe diversity, inclusion and belonging is key for our teams. 
Much like our academic programs, we are proud to foster a workplace that is unique to higher education. As an organization focused on diversity, inclusion and belonging, we are committed to ensuring our employees are comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work every day. A unique perspective is critical to solving complex problems and inspiring others.

And yes, legal made us spell this out…
Must be at least 18 years old and be able to read and write English. Employment with ESU is contingent on the selected candidate passing a thorough background check that includes: FBI fingerprinting, PA Child Abuse, and employment. We are proud ESU is an equal opportunity employer. For more information on President Long's 10-point plan, click here: https://www.esu.edu/president/10-action-plan.cfm