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Purdue University is hiring a Senior Administrative Assistant for the Department of Chemistry. The role involves providing high-level administrative support by managing calendars, coordinating meetings, preparing documents, monitoring budgets, and addressing inquiries to support the department's functions.

Highlights

Provide administrative support including calendar management, report preparation, event coordination, and special projects.
Draft, edit, and format correspondence, presentations, and promotional materials.
Research and gather information to aid decision-making processes.
Monitor budgets, track expenses, and maintain financial records.
Handle non-routine inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Minimum high school diploma or equivalency with at least three years administrative support experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication alongside strong organizational and time management skills.
Experience collaborating across multiple organizational levels and interpreting policies.
Position is non-exempt, eligible for overtime, includes access to a comprehensive benefits package.

Senior Administrative Assistant Full Description

Senior Administrative Assistant
Purdue University – Department of Chemistry

Purdue University is recognized as a global leader in discovery and learning. We bring together bright minds, diverse perspectives, and a commitment to excellence to create meaningful impact. As a Senior Administrative Assistant, you will be a vital partner in supporting the people and projects that drive this mission forward.

What You’ll Do

Provide high-level administrative support for individuals, teams, or departments with professionalism and discretion
Manage calendars, prepare reports, coordinate meetings or events, and handle special projects
Draft, edit, and format correspondence, presentations, and promotional materials
Conduct research and gather information to support decision-making
Monitor budgets, track expenses, and maintain accurate financial records
Serve as a trusted resource by addressing non-routine inquiries from internal and external stakeholders

What We’re Looking For

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities and deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to work independently while exercising good judgment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and comfort with learning new systems
Experience supporting teams or leaders in a professional environment

Why Purdue?

At Purdue, you will find more than a job—you’ll discover a place to grow and belong. We offer:

Impact: Contribute to a world-class university advancing education, research, and outreach.

Community: Collaborate with faculty, staff, and students from diverse backgrounds in a culture of respect and inclusion.

Opportunity: Access professional development and advancement pathways tailored to your career goals.

Stability: Enjoy the benefits of working in a values-driven, highly respected institution committed to excellence.

Join Us
Purdue University is consistently ranked among the nation’s most innovative universities. Here, your expertise and initiative will help empower people and programs that change the world.

Apply today and take your place in Purdue’s legacy of innovation and service.

What We're Looking For

Education and Experience Required:

Requires a High School Degree or High School Equivalency (HSE)
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in an administrative support role

Skills Needed:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills and attention to detail
Advanced computer and related software skills to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet, etc.
Drafting, proofreading and editing skills

Ability to:

handle frequent interruptions, balance multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality
collaborate and communicate with individuals at all levels within and external to the university to support department needs
interpret policies and procedures to proactively resolve issues or improve processes
identify problems and implement or recommend solutions

Additional Information:

Purdue University 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
Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days

Career Stream

Administrative and Operational Support 3

Pay Band S045
Job Code #20002331

Career pathmaker: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/

Who We Are

Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.

EOE

Purdue University is an EOE employer.

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