Administrative Assistant
Penn State UniversityAbout the role
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If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
POSITION SPECIFICS
The Pennsylvania State University College of Engineering Dean’s Office invites applications for the position of Administrative Assistant to support the executive leadership team. Supporting the Associate Dean for Education, this role serves as a key liaison among faculty, staff, administrators, and central offices, ensuring efficient operations, policy compliance, and effective communication.
Serve as a first point of contact at the Dean’s office, managing phone and walk-in inquiries with professionalism and care.
Provide comprehensive administrative support to academic leadership, including calendar management, meeting coordination, document management, and communications.
Manage operational activities and office procedures to support academic programs and administrative units.
Maintain records, Teams sites, and shared resources to ensure accessibility and accuracy.
Manage and support large-scale academic events and initiatives such as commencement and accreditation.
Collect and organize necessary documentation such as receipts, travel information, and related materials to submit to the appropriate financial hubs for processing.
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