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Fairfield University Administrative Assistant, Part-Time in Bridgeport, Connecticut
Job Description:
The part-time Administrative Assistant provides administrative support to the Bellarmine Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and the Bellarmine full-time and part-time Faculty members.
Essential Functions:
Organizing and maintaining files and databases in a confidential manner
Handling correspondence, managing calendars, assist with class assignments and room changes
Managing communications including emails and phone calls for the Associate Dean
Schedule appointments, meetings, and reservations as needed
Point of contact for Bellarmine full time and part time faculty members
Liaison to university offices including Registrar, Dean’s offices, & the Provost Office
Performs related duties and office projects as assigned by the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs
Qualifications for Administrative Assistant
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; an associate's degree in Business Administration preferred.
2-3 years of clerical, secretarial, or office experience
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Comfortable with routinely shifting demands
High degree of attention to detail & follow through
Data entry experience
Working knowledge of general office equipment
Possess a working knowledge of the Microsoft suite of products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
An understanding of Banner, Blackboard, Workday, CLSS, and other Fairfield University course registration tools is highly desirable
An appreciation for the Jesuit & Catholic mission of the university
Hours: Up to 19 hours per week
Location: Bellarmine Campus, Bridgeport, CT
Category:
Academic - Staff
Performs such other duties, responsibilities, and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/University needs indicate.
*Disclaimer
The above information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, activities, and/or qualifications required or expected of employees assigned to this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change and new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.
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Founded in 1942, Fairfield University is a modern, Jesuit Catholic University rooted in one of the world’s oldest intellectual and spiritual traditions. With campuses located in Fairfield, CT Bridgeport, CT, and Austin, TX, we strive to create a workforce that is rich in skill, knowledge, and pride in our work. Members of the Fairfield University community exhibit mutual respect, compassion, and inclusivity, aspiring to be a welcoming environment representative of an ever-changing and diverse global populace. As our University rises in national prominence, we are committed to fostering a healthy workplace and lifestyle for our employees. At Fairfield, the future is filled with opportunities as limitless as your potential, and they all begin with you.