Administrative Support Assistant - Meteorology And Atmospheric Science

Penn State University

University Park, Pennsylvania, USA
Base: $42,100.00 - $61,000.00; bonus/equity: not s...
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Grant funding oversight
International visitor coordination
Postdoctoral scholar administration
** Penn State University is seeking an Administrative Support Assistant within the Meteorology and Atmospheric Science unit to provide advanced operational and administrative support, focusing on compliance and departmental operations. The role requires significant experience in handling complex administrative tasks, particularly related to grant funding, visa applications, and faculty support. **

Job Summary

  • The Administrative Support Assistant provides advanced administrative and operational support for the unit’s departmental operations, compliance activities, and academic administration.
  • Responsibilities include monitoring and tracking graduate funding, serving as a resource for purchasing and travel, processing J-1 visa applications, and overseeing the administrative preparation of promotion and tenure dossiers.
  • Penn State provides a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision coverage, robust retirement plans, substantial paid time off, and a generous 75% tuition discount.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Penn State University is seeking an Administrative Support Assistant within the Meteorology and Atmospheric Science unit to provide advanced operational and administrative support, focusing on compliance and departmental operations. The role requires significant experience in handling complex administrative tasks, particularly related to grant funding, visa applications, and faculty support. **

Salary

Base: $42,100.00 - $61,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, robust retirement plans, substantial paid time off, 75% tuition discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Grant funding oversight
  • International visitor coordination
  • Postdoctoral scholar administration
  • Graduate funding tracking
  • Promotion and tenure dossier preparation
  • Purchasing and travel procedures

Nice-to-have

  • Interpreting university policies
  • Assessing administrative risk
  • Recommending process improvements

Key Requirements

  • Associate Degree
  • 4+ years of relevant experience
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
  • Authorized to work in the U.S.

Work Rights

Not specified

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