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Indiana University

Part-Time Administrative Assistant

Job Description

Department
UNDERGRADUATE EDUCATION
(BL-VPUE-IUBLA) Department Information Undergraduate Education at Indiana University (IU) Bloomington supports students at every stage of their academic journey, regardless of school or major, through advising, academic programs, career exploration, enrichment opportunities, and innovative teaching. We collaborate with academic and co-curricular units across campus to ensure all undergraduate students have access to meaningful learning experiences that prepare them for the future. Our efforts include cross-campus programs such as General Education Requirements and Advising and Major Exploration Services. In addition to student-focused services, Undergraduate Education provides professional development and support for educators to advance innovative, high-impact undergraduate teaching and learning. Job Summary The Part-Time Administrative Assistant will provide complex administrative support to a department or group of professionals under general supervision. Department-Specific Responsibilities Answers phone calls, setts appointments, and prepares sensitive correspondence. Provides administrative support exercising confidentiality, tact, and diplomacy, which may include assisting with the following: purchase orders and requisitions; travel arrangements; reconciling credit card statements; requesting office furniture and services from Capital Planning; and creating surveys through Qualtrics. Receives, screens, and directs incoming calls, visitors, mail and email promptly, courteously, and accurately. Schedules and confirms appointments and meetings.

Tracks expenses. Participates in the development and implementation of administrative standards, policies, and practices for the organization. Qualifications Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
EDUCATION
Required High school diploma or equivalent (HSED or GED).
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required 2 years of relevant experience. SKILLS Required Excellent organizational skills. Demonstrates ability to maintain confidential information. Strong verbal communication and listening skills. Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision-making skills. Ability to simultaneously handle multiple priorities. Maintains composure under pressure. Intermediate level skill with Microsoft Office Suite including Teams, Outlook, OneNote, SharePoint and OneDrive. Working Conditions / Demands This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation. Work Location Bloomington, Indiana This is an in-person position. Advertised Salary $17.00 - $17.50 per hour Work Hours 25 - 29 hours per week Benefits Overview For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental insurance Health savings account with generous IU contributions Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts Basic group life insurance paid by IU Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death and dismemberment insurance Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year Generous paid time off plans Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events Employee assistance program (EAP) Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.
Job Classification Career Level:
Part Time Employee FLSA:
Nonexempt Job Function:
Part Time Employee Job Family:
Part Time Employee Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework. Posting Disclaimer This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date. If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments. Equal Employment Opportunity Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information. Campus Safety and Security The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.
Contact Us Request Support Telephone:
812-856-1234

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Professional Development
  • Other Retirement and Savings
  • Health and Wellness Programs

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An Office or Administrative Assistant performs administrative work in an office. Works in a wide variety of office settings, such as a company or business, or a government office or school. Manages paper and electronic files, uses office equipment including computers, responds to phone calls and emails, routes mail and maintains calendars and schedules.

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