Administrative Assistant to the Director - Columbus Center

Administrative Assistant to the Director
- Columbus Center

Position Title Administrative Assistant to the Director
- Columbus Center

Job Description

This full-time position is under the supervision of, and reports to, the Director of Professional Learning Services ( PLS ). The Administrative Assistant provides support services to PLS . The Administrative Assistant reports directly to the Director of PLS at the Ashland University Columbus, OH Center.

• Completes administrative office and clerical work including serving as a resource person to inform interested individuals about PLS .
• Assigns and maintains class numbering system and database.
• Prepares and forwards agreement forms to school districts and vendors.
• Enters registrations into computer system.
• Processes credit/debit card and check payments.
• Balances payment records and forwards to business office.
• Maintains files on grade sheets, syllabi, and contracts.
• Creates and updates the class schedule on the web page.
• Updates and maintains the web page information.
• Responds daily to e-mail communications.
• Prepares reports under the direction of the Director.
• Demonstrates necessary' human relations skills in order to maintain a friendly, helpful atmosphere working with instructors, students, and school district personnel.
• Maintains current and accurate records on the computer.
• Maintains sufficient office supplies/forms for PLS .
• Prepares regular mailings to superintendents, curriculum directors, adjuncts, and others for PLS via US Mail and e-mail.
• Processes check requests and supplement contracts for PLS .
• Performs other duties requested by the Director.

• High school diploma.
• Excellent organizational, problem solving, planning, and decision making skills required.
• Proficient with office computer applications including Windows, Microsoft Office, Google platform (Gmail, Calendar, Docs, Drive, etc.).
• Knowledge of data entry on a multi-user system.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work indoors in moderately stressful environment.
• Requires ability to adapt to changes in workload.
• Applicant must be currently authorized to work in the United States. Ashland University will not sponsor or take over sponsorship for an employment visa.

• Associates or Bachelor's Degree in an associated field of education.
• Experience as an Administrative Assistant in a university or school setting desired.

• Willingness to work in-person at both the Ashland University Main Campus and Columbus, OH Center.
• An eight-hour workday with some flexible scheduling.
• Subject to frequent interruptions.
• Extensive use of computer and keyboard.
• The physical conditioning necessary for sitting for prolonged periods of time.
• Visual acuity to review written documents.
• Ability to hear and understand speech in face-to-face contact and on the phone.
• Manual dexterity to operate telephone and keyboard.
• Occasionally assist with classroom set-up (rearranging tables and chairs, technology, etc.).
• Ability to lift file storage boxes.

Anticipated Start Date of New Hire 08/17/2026

Anticipated Number of Hours Working per Week

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Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Letters Of Recommendation