Administrative Assistant Job Northern Kentucky USA,Administrative/Clerical

About the Opportunity

About the D'Amore-McKim School of Business:
Founded in 1922, the D'Amore-McKim School of Business at Northeastern University prepares the leaders that the times demand. We deliver a curriculum that combines knowledge in technology and data analytics with uniquely human skills, such as critical thinking, creativity, and an entrepreneurial mindset. From undergraduate to MBA-level programs — online, on-site, or hybrid, full- or part-time — our world-renowned experiential approach empowers our students, faculty, alumni, and partners to create impact far beyond the confines of discipline, degree, and campus.

Job Summary

The Administrative Assistant will provide general administrative support to department faculty and students.

Duties include:

Organizing and scheduling meetings
Managing and troubleshooting meeting technology
Tracking and maintaining department budgets
Maintaining office equipment
Generating purchase orders and reconciling expenses
Email communications, filing, and mail sorting
Answering department telephones and ordering office supplies
Assisting with events, including workshops, conferences, and seminars as required

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of office administration practices and processes
Basic level of proficiency with MS Office products, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Ability to plan, organize, and set priorities
Strong time management and attention to detail
Interpersonal and written communication skills
Ability to carry out special assignments by completing activities, monitoring progress, and ensuring work is completed accurately and on time
Skills and knowledge for this position are typically acquired through the completion of an associate degree or equivalent and 1–3 years of relevant experience

Key Responsibilities

Point of Contact / Customer Service:
Serves as the department's initial and key point of contact for inquiries about programs, policies, and processes. Acquires and applies knowledge of the department to provide information for routine matters and escalates more serious matters.

General Administrative & Operational Support:
Provides general administrative and operational support to department faculty and students, which may include:
Organizing and scheduling meetings, Tracking and maintaining department budgets, Maintaining office equipment, Generating purchase orders and reconciling corporate credit cards, Email communications, filing, and mail sorting, Answering department telephones and ordering office supplies

Data Gathering, Analysis & Reporting:
Gathers, organizes, and reviews data from a variety of sources for recordkeeping, reporting, and program management. Basic proficiency with MS Office products, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Event Support:
Assists with the planning of events and coordination of activities needed to hold workshops, conferences, and seminars.

Special Assignments:
Carries out special assignments by completing activities, monitoring progress, and ensuring work is completed accurately and on time.

Documents Required

Resume, Cover Letter

Position Type

General Administration

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.

Benefits

Medical
Vision
Dental
Paid time off
Tuition assistance
Wellness & life
Retirement
Commuting & transportation

Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Compensation

Grade/

Pay Type:

106H

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