Administrative Assistant

Rice University

Houston, TX, United States
$22.00 - $24.00 ph
Hybrid
Proficient computer skills
Advanced organizational skills
Advanced verbal and written communication
The Administrative Assistant provides administrative and operational support to the Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies, centering around office communication with prospective and current students, routine admissions and enrollment processing, and purchasing

Job Summary

  • The Administrative Assistant provides administrative and operational support to the Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies, centering around office communication with prospective and current students, routine admissions and enrollment processing, and purchasing.
  • This position is responsible for managing office organization, handling general electronic communications with internal and external entities, routine purchasing for events and supplies, and providing general guidance and information to any in-person visitors.
  • This is a 30 to 40-hour-a-week position with the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement, with primary job duties performed on campus.

Matching Summary

The Administrative Assistant provides administrative and operational support to the Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies, centering around office communication with prospective and current students, routine admissions and enrollment processing, and purchasing.

Salary

$22.00 - $24.00 per hour

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Proficient computer skills
  • Advanced organizational skills
  • Advanced verbal and written communication
  • Excellent customer service
  • Ability to prioritize tasks
  • Handling confidential information

Nice-to-have

  • Observant of emerging office needs
  • Independent information-gathering
  • Problem-solving skills

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 2+ years of related administrative experience

Work Rights

Not specified

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