Job Description
Req Id:  43113
Job Title:  Senior Administrative Assistant
City:  West Lafayette
Job Description: 

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 Office of Student Services.

 

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Front desk reception duties.
  • Independently perform non-routine administrative functions exercising discretion, such as coordinate events, conduct searches for information, prepare reports or handle special projects.
  • Draft and edit correspondence, promotional materials or presentations.
  • May monitor operating budget and maintain financial records.
  • Handle non-routine inquiries and issues from internal and external sources.

 

What We’re Looking For:

Education and Experience:

  • High School Diploma/GED.
  • Three years of experience in an 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.
  • Drafting, proofreading and editing skills.

 

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
The anticipated annual hourly rate for this position is $17.75/hour. The final salary offer will be determined based on various factors, including internal equity, available budget, and relevant experience.

Posting Start Date:  7/15/26