Administrative Assistant - Department of History & Politics and Department of Communication Studies

George Fox University's Department of History and Politics and Department of Communication Studies seeks an exceptional administrator to serve as our Administrative Assistant.

About the Job:
This administrative assistant position serves as an essential member of the History & Politics and the Communication Studies departments, providing a high level of support for the academic program and the work of the department chairs and faculty. Exceptional office and program management are key elements in successful contributions toward university goals.

• Providing administrative support for department chairs and faculty.
• Planning and organizing department and student recruitment events (Friday @ Fox, Bruin Preview, Scholarship Summit); participating as needed or asked in College of Humanities and university events.
• Creating and maintaining a courteous and welcoming presence to students and other visitors as the public face of these departments.
• Assisting in the hiring and managing of student employees.
• Collaborating with department chairs to facilitate requirements of academic administration offices.
• Managing department budgets and finances, purchasing department supplies, travel needs, food, etc.
• Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.
• By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.
• Demonstrated experience working cross culturally with respect, appreciation and humility.
• Other duties as assigned.

Each day involves providing administrative support to department chairs and faculty, managing the office environment, and serving as the first point of contact for students and visitors. Responsibilities include tracking budgets, supervising student employees, coordinating academic tasks such as syllabi and course evaluations, and planning departmental events. The role blends organization, communication, and hospitality to ensure the departments run smoothly.

• A Bachelor's Degree or an Associate's Degree with equivalent work experience.
• 3-5 years of successful office clerical and administrative support, preferably experience in a higher education environment.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent organization skills and detail orientation with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Positive decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, Google documents, Internet navigation, and able to become proficient in other administrative software programs.
• Integrity and discretion in maintaining a high degree of confidentiality.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States. This position does not offer visa sponsorship; therefore, only applicants who do not require sponsorship for employment visas, now or at any point in the future, should apply.
• A commitment to the University's Theology of Racial and Ethnic Diversity.
• A desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees who represent various cultures, backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, political views, and expressions of Christian faith.
• A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

• Hours Per Week: 25 hours per week, 9 months per year
• Primary
  
  Work Location:
  
  Newberg Campus
• Working Conditions:
  
  Physical requirements are those of a normal office environment.
• Supervisor:
  Chair, Department of History and Politics

We are a Christ-centered community that prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Our vision is to be the Christian university of choice known for empowering students to achieve exceptional life outcomes. We put students first, with Christ at the center of our work, embracing change in order to improve. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in creating transformational experiences for our students.

Being a part of our community means a commitment to faith and to a lifestyle that is consistent with the university's mission as described in the Statement of Faith and the Community Lifestyle Statement on our website.

As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University is an institution that values diversity as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities. In seeking to become a more inclusive community, we especially encourage applications from women and candidates from racial and ethnic backgrounds that are underrepresented in our…