Administrative Assistant I - Howard University : Job Details

The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff for fit makes significant contributions to Howard University's overall mission. At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth. Here is what we offer:

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
• Work-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
• Financial Wellness: Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match
• Professional Development: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
• Additional Perks: Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture

Join Howard University and thrive with us! BASIC FUNCTION: Supports activities and functions of designated programs, initiatives and operations to ensure that goals and objectives specified are accomplished in accordance with university procedures, established priorities, time limitations, funding limitations or other specifications. Manages communication, operations, and functions of a multi-faceted office to promote student success. This position typically reports to a department administrator.SUPERVISORY ACCOUNTABILITY: Has responsibility or authority which is limited to the direction of student or temporary workers.NATURE AND SCOPE: Internal contacts include administrators, faculty, staff and students both within the department and University-wide. External contacts include government agencies, sponsor representatives, vendors, visitors, officials and the general public.PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Manage processing of student scholarships, vendor payments and contracts, room requests, travel requisitions and other administrative procedures.
• Coordinate and develops wellness initiatives and communication within the office and school.
• Coordinate daily operations and activities of office.
• Work with program coordinators and advisors to support overall student development and programming.
• Proactively maintain an awareness of trends and opportunities in student services to coordinate responsive programming and initiatives within the direction of office leadership.
• Manage social media and online communication with students and partners.
• Coordinate program logistics and support program implementation.
• Manage student leaders to ensure continued follow-up, coordination, and consistency with program objectives.
• Monitor and report program expenditures. Manage cash receipts and expenditures to ensure related university offices have processed timely and accurately.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Knowledge of student affairs, business trends, and other issues pertaining to area of assignment.
• Knowledge of organizational practices.
• Skill in organizing work of self and others, multi-tasking and self-starting.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to use Microsoft Excel for record-keeping and reporting. Knowledge of data visualization applications for professional use.
• Detail-oriented.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's Degree or 2-3 years of related work experience. Microsoft Office Suite.Compliance Salary Range DisclosureExpected Pay Range: $47,000 - 452,000