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Troy, NY Posted:

Oct 5, 2026

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205521

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Russell Sage College is a dynamic, comprehensive college which serves traditional students and working professionals who pursue bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees on campuses in Troy and Albany, NY. Many online programs are also offered. Creating one of the region's largest private higher education institutions with the broadest catalog of programs in the health professions and strong programs in education, business, criminal justice, the sciences, pre-med, pre-health, and arts and humanities, Russell Sage College and Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (ACPHS) plan to merge. Russell Sage and ACPHS will collaborate over the next several years to create a plan to merge their academic portfolios and develop a facilities and people strategy, addressing workforce needs. Russell Sage College offers its faculty and staff the opportunity to make a difference every day - in the lives of students and the future of our communities. The Department of Psychology at Russell Sage College (RSC) invites applications for a part-time (50%) Administrative Assistant. This position provides administrative support for the department's graduate programs, with priority given to counseling internship and Community Psychology externship needs.

Responsibilities include:

Preparing, routing, and tracking internships/practicum contracts, student documentation, and required forms; monitoring deadlines and following up on missing items. Maintaining current placement records and site contact information, assisting with scheduling, and coordinating routine communications with students and site supervisors. Assisting with the management and review of graduate student and alumni files, including records of student progress and completion of placement requirements. Supporting graduate program data collection, student events, and related departmental activities, with placement administration taking priority. The assistant will collaborate with departmental staff, faculty, and the clinical coordinator to maintain accurate records and support timely completion of administrative requirements. The estimated wage is $23.07per hour for 18.75 hours per week for 52 weeks.

Requirements:

The successful candidate will possess a high school diploma or equivalent; strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills; data and file management experience; and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Workspace. Attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple deadlines, and discretion in handling confidential student records are essential. Preferred qualifications include a college degree, experience working in a college setting, and familiarity with CourseLeaf, Colleague, Canvas, or other academic operations software. Experience supporting internships, field placements, or similar administrative processes is also preferred.

Additional Information:

RSC offers a dynamic college environment and friendly work atmosphere. Visit our Employment Opportunities page for additional available job openings at RSC. Russell Sage College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, sexual orientation, military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, reproductive health decision making, criminal history, and any other legally protected characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In this regard, opportunities for advancement will be made available without bias. The College is also subject to state and federal laws, supports efforts to attract and retain fully qualified women and other minority group members for faculty and other positions. Russell Sage College will comply with the letter and intent of all State and Federal laws and applicable orders pursuant to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applications accepted until position is filled.

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