Administrative Assistant-School of Dental Medicine

Recruitment Period: 06/18/2026 - Until Filled

Status:
Full-Time, 40 hours/week

Salary Information:
Annual Minimum Salary-$36,000.00-Annual Maximum Salary-$54,000.00

Hiring Range: $18.00-$21.63

On Campus Position

PACIFIC NORTHWEST UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES (PNWU) does not sponsor employment visas. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and for the duration of their employment with PNWU. Employment eligibility will be verified in accordance with federal law.

Performs administrative duties in support of a PNWU department or program including scheduling meetings and appointments, organizing events, managing projects, and managing communication with both internal and external stakeholders. Additionally, this job supports continuing education and accreditation activities, supports committees, and assists with meetings.

• Completes general administrative tasks for a PNWU department or program. This may include proofreading and editing, coordinating scheduling for meetings and events, planning events, and assisting with project management.
• Manages communications via mail, email, and phone.
• Assists with education related activities, including Continuing Medical Education and accreditation.
• Supports committees with scheduling, set up, and recording minutes, and transcribing.
• Monitors office supply inventory and order supplies as necessary.
• Performs other related duties as assigned and based on departmental need.

• Required:
  
  High School Diploma or GED

• Required:
  
  1-3 years

• Skill in effective communication (both written and oral)
• Skill in independent decision making
• Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
• Skill in problem solving
• Knowledge of administrative procedures and practices
• Knowledge of computer and network operating systems
• Knowledge of customer service principles and practices
• Knowledge of project management principles, processes, and techniques
• Ability to apply effective and accurate data entry and typing skills
• Ability to operate relevant equipment required to complete assigned responsibilities for the position
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint)

• Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 403b with Roth Option
• Paid Holidays

PNWU is a drug-free workplace, equal opportunity employer, and educational institution. Applicants who may require accommodations for medical or religious reasons can request this by contacting Human Resources at .