Job Summary

The College of Health and Human Sciences is seeking a Senior Administrative Assistant to join our team. This role will provide administrative support for the main office in the White Lodging-J.W. Marriott, Jr. School of Hospitality and Tourism Management (HTM). 

This is a 10-month, academic year position with working months while class is in session.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Provide customer service support for HTM Main office reception area.
• Provide administrative support to HTM department, faculty, and committee(s).
• Assist with department event scheduling, communication with industry partners, and event logistics.
• Manage supply inventory for offices in Marriott and Matthews Hall.
• Maintain technology inventory for loaner check-out and use by faculty and staff.

What We’re Looking For:

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Three years of experience in a clerical or administrative support role.

Skills Needed:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle frequent interruptions, balance multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong organizational and time management skills and attention to detail.
• Advanced computer and related software skills to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet, etc.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate with individuals at all levels within and external to the university to support department needs.
• Ability to interpret policies and procedures to proactively resolve issues or improve processes.
• Ability to identify problems and implement or recommend solutions.

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 EO/AA university.

Career Stream

Administrative and Operational Support 3

Pay Band S045
Job Code #200022331