Administrative Assistant

Req

Job Title:

Administrative Assistant

City:
West Lafayette

Job Description:

Job Summary

The College of Liberal Arts is seeking an Administrative Assistant to join our team. This role will provide administrative support for the Sociology department.

What You'll Be Doing:

* Maintain calendars, scheduling meetings and events, arranging travel or handling incoming inquiries.

* Create agendas, flyers, or promotional materials.

* Update and maintain websites, databases and mailing lists.

* Assist in preparing reports.

What We're Looking For:

Education and Experience:

* High School Diploma/GED.

* Two years of experience in a clerical or administrative support role.

Skills Needed:

* Excellent customer service, verbal, and written communication skills.

* Ability to handle frequent interruptions, balance multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality.

* Strong organizational and time management skills and attention to detail.

* Computer and related software skills to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet, etc.

* Typing, drafting, filing, data entry, proofreading and editing skills.

* Ability to identify routine problems and implement or recommend solutions.

Additional Information:

* To learn more about Purdue's benefits summary

* Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position

* A background check will be required for employment in this position

* FLSA:
Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime)

* Retirement Eligibility:
Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan

Purdue University is an EO/AA university.

Career Stream

Administrative and Operational Support 2

Pay Band S040

Job Code #

The anticipated annual hourly rate for this position is $20/hour. The final salary offer will be determined based on various factors, including internal equity, available budget, and relevant experience.

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Posting

Start Date:

7/15/26