Program Assistant 3

LaSalle Network is partnering with a leading academic institution to hire a Program Assistant to support a high-volume, faculty-facing department. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team within a university environment, offering exposure to faculty operations, communications, and special projects. This role is ideal for someone with experience in higher education who enjoys working closely with faculty and academic leadership. We’re looking for someone who is organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities while serving as a key point of contact for faculty. Program Assistant Responsibilities Serve as a primary point of contact for faculty, managing ongoing communication and support needsCoordinate and manage faculty-related processes, including faculty appointments, credentialing, and privileging documentationTrack and manage high-volume requests while ensuring accuracy and timelinessSupport department communications, including drafting newsletters, announcements, and internal updatesPartner with leadership on special projects and process improvementsUtilize internal systems (such as PeopleSoft or Oracle) to support data entry, updates, and workflow management Program Assistant Requirements Prior experience in higher education, healthcare, or a professional services environmentExperience supporting academic programs, faculty, leadership, or administrative operations preferredStrong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environmentExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with a variety of stakeholdersComfort working with databases and systems; experience with PeopleSoft, Oracle, or similar platforms is a plusAbility to work independently while collaborating with a broader teamProfessional, adaptable, and proactive approach with a strong attention to detail Key Details Compensation: $23-25/hr based on experience Location: Chicago, IL (Streeterville area)Schedule: Monday–Friday, standard business hoursThis is a contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term potential within the organizationBenefits: LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit https://www.thelasallenetwork.com/consultants/ If you’re looking for an opportunity to work closely with faculty and leadership while playing a key role in a fast-paced academic environment, this position offers strong visibility and growth potential. Thank you, Phoebe Gilbert Senior Recruiter LNOSHR LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v. LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search, LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries. LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends, hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's Compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here: View a full list of our benefits here.All assignments are at-will and their duration is subject to change.