Administrative Coordinator-Human Resources

Description

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) is hiring an Administrative Coordinator to provide administrative and functional support to the Human Resources Team.

11/05/2025 - Until Filled

Full‑time, 40 hours per week.

Annual Minimum $39,600 – Annual Maximum $59,400. Hiring range $19.04–$23.80 per hour.

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. Employment eligibility will be verified in accordance with federal law.

Founded as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit medical institution in 2005, PNWU aims to increase access to health care in medically underserved areas of the Pacific Northwest. The university offers degrees in osteopathic medicine, physical therapy, medical science, occupational therapy, and dental medicine, enrolling over 550 students annually. Headquartered in Yakima, WA, the campus serves a five‑state region.

For more information about the Yakima Valley, visit

The Administrative Coordinator provides administrative and reception duties for the Human Resources department, handling triage of employee questions, managing the group HR email inbox, scanning files to electronic records, coordinating meetings, preparing presentation materials, processing purchase orders, and filing. The role demands high organization, attention to detail, flexibility, and the capacity to handle multiple priorities in a confidential and deadline‑driven environment.

• Complete complex administrative tasks for a PNWU department or program, including proofreading, editing, scheduling meetings and events, arranging travel, and overseeing workflow.
• Manage communications via mail, email, and phone.
• Support committees with scheduling, set‑up, recording minutes, and transcription.
• Monitory office supply inventory and order supplies as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned and based on departmental needs.

• Associate’s Degree.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience.

• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Independent decision‑making ability.
• Ability to perform a variety of duties with changing priorities.
• Problem‑solving skills.
• Knowledge of administrative procedures and practices, computer and network operating systems, customer service principles, and project management principles.
• Accurate data entry and typing skills.
• Ability to operate relevant equipment required for the position.

Submit

• A cover letter outlining background and qualifications.
• Resume.
• Contact information for three professional references.

• Health benefits:
  
  medical, dental, vision, life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 403(b) with Roth option.
• Paid holidays.

PNWU is a drug‑free workplace, equal‑opportunity employer, and educational institution. The university is an affirmative action employer and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply.