Administrative Assistant (Temporary Pool)

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply for this Job link/button. If you would like to bookmark this position for later review, click on the Bookmark link. To email this position to a friend, click on the Email to a Friend link. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the Print Preview link. Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. When an interim position becomes available, a representative from the College will contact applicants to discuss the opportunity and learn of the candidate’s availability. Please submit a cover letter and resume for consideration. Posting Details Position Information Job Title Administrative Assistant (Temporary Pool) Department Human Resources Office Position Summary Come join the team at Gettysburg College! We are seeking candidates to serve in temporary roles as Administrative Assistants on either a part-time basis within various departments across campus. Schedules, hours, and duration of appointments will vary. While this position is temporary, this role offers you the opportunity to become an important part of our campus community, lending your skills and expertise to support our diverse needs. Administrative Assistants provide administrative and technical support including, but not limited to: departmental reception; managing budgets and procurement processes; accounts payable and receivable; organizing calendars and scheduling meetings; drafting, editing, and composing correspondence; and planning and coordinating travel arrangements. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required. Three to five years of previous administrative support experience preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and general office experience essential. Successful candidates must demonstrate excellent customer service and have the ability to handle confidential information appropriately, maintain attention to detail consistently, communicate effectively verbally and in writing, work independently, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and collaborate effectively with diverse individuals. Special Instructions to Applicants Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. When an interim position becomes available, a representative from the College will contact applicants to discuss the opportunity and learn of the candidate’s availability. Please submit a cover letter and resume for consideration. Posting Number 20100155C EEO Statement Gettysburg College, an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal, state, local laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and admission. The College prohibits discrimination and harassment, and provides equal opportunity without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital/familial status, possession of a General Education Development Certificate (GED) as compared to a high school diploma, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex, age, or genetic information in all aspects of employment, educational programs, activities, and admissions. Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, Gettysburg College prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex (i.e., which includes but is not limited to the prohibition of sexual misconduct and relationship violence, including sexual assault and harassment) in all of its educational programs and activities. Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?CareerLinkCraigslistCASE (Council for Advancement & Support of Education)Consortium for Faculty DiversityDiverseeducation.comFrederick News Post – Local NewspaperGettysburg College DigestGettysburg College WebsiteGettysburg Times – Local NewspaperHanover Evening Sun – Local NewspaperHigherEdJobs.comHispanicoutlook.comInsideHigherEd.comIndeed.comLGBT in Higher Ed WebsiteLinkedInMerchandiser – Local NewspaperMonster Jobs (monster.com)Patriot News – Local NewspaperReferral from Gettysburg College staff, faculty, friend or family memberThe Chronicle of Higher EducationWomen in Higher Ed WebsiteOther Website or Listserv (Please note specific website or listserv below)Other Source (Please note other specific source below)If you noted "Referral from Gettysburg College employee", "Other website or Listserv", or "Other Source" above, please let us know the name of the person who referred you or specifically where you heard about this employment vacancy. (Open Ended Question) Applicant Documents Required Documents ResumeCover Letter Optional Documents