Administrative Assistant for the Offices of Psychology and Chemical, Physical, & Forensic Science

Description

The Psychology Department and the Chemistry Department at Cedar Crest College are seeking a full-time (35 hours/week, 20-15 split) Administrative Assistant to support faculty and students within the Psychology and Forensic Science programs. The Assistant maintains departmental records and databases, plans and schedules meetings and events, processes expenses, maintains office equipment and supplies, collaborates on various projects, serves as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, and supervises student workers to provide an enriching experience and employment-related skill development. The Assistant also supports the completion of regulatory reports, clearances, and other documentation to maintain compliance with accreditation requirements. This is a 12-month, full-time position, with a starting rate of $15.30 per hour for a 35-hour work week.  

Qualifications

Minimum of an Associate’s degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred.  The successful Assistant will have prior administrative support experience, excellent communication skills and demonstrated experience providing exceptional customer service along with a high level of confidentiality. Strong attention to detail with exceptional organizational and time-management skills and demonstrated success with multi-tasking and successfully handling interruptions and unexpected events are essential. Candidates must be proficient with applicable computer systems and software, including Microsoft office

Application Instructions

Please submit a letter of interest (cover letter), resume, three references, and a diversity statement*

 

 

*The diversity statement should be a short essay that reflects your past experiences with diverse populations, and how that has contributed to your personal and professional development. Please explain how these experiences will contribute to the College's commitment to being an inclusive community. 

 

 

 

About Cedar Crest College: 

 

Cedar Crest College, founded in 1867, is an independent liberal-arts college for women that emphasizes cross-disciplinary cooperation and excellence in teaching and research. We have been leading the way for over 150 years for women in higher education with a continued commitment to providing access to education for underrepresented populations. Cedar Crest enrolls over 1600 students annually through our traditional undergraduate programs for women and our co-education programs in the School of Adult and Graduate Education. We offer an exceptional benefit package and work-life balance. Our commitment to health and wellness on campus is evidenced by our updated fitness center, our aquatic center focused on healthy lifestyles, and our smoke and tobacco-free campus. The College’s beautiful 84-acre campus, a registered national arboretum, is located in the Lehigh Valley in eastern Pennsylvania, conveniently located between Philadelphia and New York City. Cedar Crest College is a part of the Lehigh Valley Association of Independent Colleges, a consortium of six colleges and universities.   

Cedar Crest College is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion within its community. The College encourages applications from individuals belonging to marginalized groups in higher education, in support of our diverse student community.  

The large majority of Cedar Crest’s students—nearly ninety percent—are women. More than one third are students of color and nearly forty percent are first-generation college students; they are religiously diverse and diverse in terms of gender and sexuality. Our population also includes students from many different countries, in addition to the U.S.  

We seek to recruit faculty who are prepared to teach our students, to engage their curiosity, and to inspire their persistence. 

Cedar Crest Diversity Statement: 

Founded under the mission to expand women’s access to higher-education, Cedar Crest College values difference in a diverse, inclusive, and equitable learning environment. The College is committed to educational excellence, leadership, and civic engagement in a pluralistic society. We thus embrace an inclusive com