Job Details

Job Type

Part-time

Description

Description of Position

Northwest Nazarene University's History, Political Science & Criminal Justice department, along with the Aldersgate Honors College, is seeking applicants for an Administrative Assistant. The ideal candidate is a dependable individual who takes satisfaction in completing tasks and projects, responding to needs, and supporting others in achieving their goals.

This is a 9-month, part-time (20 hours per week), non-exempt position. The Administrative Assistant reports to the Chair of History, Political Science & Criminal Justice and the Honors College Director.

Essential Functions

• Perform daily administrative tasks such as electronic and digital document filing, copying, purchasing materials, updating department calendars, submission of facility maintenance requests, answering phones, and emails
• Assist with university bureaucratic functions, such as academic load sheets and budgets, attend departmental and Honors College meetings to take notes
• Work with the department and Honors College faculty to provide support with student advising and assessment
• Coordinate departmental and Honors College events for students
• Assist in recruitment of students for department and Honors College
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Computer competency, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and the ability to learn institutional platforms and software
• Bachelor's Degree

• 3+ years of experience in an administrative setting
• Experience in higher education and/or honors college settings