Administrative Assistant Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity

Posting Details

Dickinson College is a premier four-year residential liberal arts institution chartered in 1783 and widely recognized as a leader in global and sustainability education. Dickinson College is located in Carlisle, named a “most livable city” by Forbes and is minutes from the state capital of Harrisburg. The campus is connected to a vibrant downtown that offers eclectic dining, shopping and entertainment options. Within a two-hour drive are Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C.; New York City is three hours away.

Dickinson College offers full-time employees a broad range of benefits, including a comprehensive medical insurance plan, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous time off, parental leave, homebuyer assistance, and tuition benefits for eligible employees and dependent children under the age of 24. Upon eligibility, the College contributes 8% of an employee’s base salary to a retirement account with an additional .5% matching contribution; all money paid by the college into the employee’s retirement plan is immediately and fully vested in the employee.

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Position Department

Spirituality and Social Justice

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Administrative Assistant provides essential administrative and clerical support to a department or unit, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of daily activities. Responsibilities typically include managing communications (phone, email, mail), scheduling and coordinating meetings or events, maintaining records and databases, preparing reports or correspondence, and assisting with budget tracking or invoice processing. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines, and a commitment to confidentiality and customer service. Administrative Assistants interact regularly with students, faculty, staff, and external partners, serving as a key point of contact for the department.

EEO/Diversity Statement:    

The College is committed to building a representative and diverse faculty, staff, and student body. We encourage applications from all qualified persons.