Job Description
Req Id:  31924
Job Title:  Business Assistant
City:  West Lafayette
Job Description: 

Job Summary

Provide account management support for faculty in the School of Mechanical Engineering including sponsored programs from a variety of federal and non-federal sponsors and university funding. Responsible for daily operations with a direct impact on effective account management.  Act as a liaison for both the department and central offices, especially sponsored program services. This position will interpret, communicate, and implement university financial management guidelines, policies, and procedures as well as require advanced knowledge of federal and non-federal guidelines.  Exercise department head and departmental fiscal signature delegation by approving purchase orders and travel.  

 

The pay for this position will start at 17.75 per hour, plus benefits.
 

Hybrid work will be considered for this position based on the candidate’s location and interest.

 

Required:

  • High school diploma/GED 
  • Three years’ experience of account clerk, bookkeeping, business or related experience
  • Strong oral and written communication skills 
  • Excellent customer service skills and professionalism 
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and build working relationships among a diverse workforce 
  • Strong organizational and time management skills with emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail 
  • Motivated individual with ability to efficiently multi task, work under pressure, handle frequent interruptions and meet deadlines 
  • Ability to identify and determine problems, analyze information and implement solutions 
  • Capable of taking initiative, assuming responsibility and handling confidential information with discretion 
  • Ability to work independently and contribute to a team environment 
  • Proficient in: Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word

 

Additional Information: 

  • To learn more about Purdue’s benefits summary CLICK HERE
  • Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position    
  • A background check will be required for employment in this position  
  • FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime)  
  • Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan  
  • Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply

Career Stream

Administrative and Operational Support 2
Pay Band S040
Link to Purdue University's compensation guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/staffpb.php 
Job Code #20002334
Link to Career Path Maker: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/

Posting Start Date:  5/31/24