Job Summary

The Business Assistant in the Edwardson School of Industrial Engineering and Nuclear Engineering will provide account management support for faculty, including sponsored programs from a variety of federal and non-federal sponsors and university funding.

Responsibilities Include:

• 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.
• 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. 

What We’re Looking For:

Required:

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma/GED.
• 2 years of relevant business and/or financial related experience.

Skills Needed:

• 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 Office (Excel, Outlook, and Word).

Additional Information:  

• 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:  Defined Contribution Waiting Period

Purdue University is an EO/EA University.

Career Stream

Administrative and Operational Support 2

Pay Band S040
Job Code #20002334
The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $18.50 commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience. The final salary offer will be determined based on a variety of factors, including equity, available budget, educational background, and relevant experience.