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Administrative Assistant

Hampshire College, an independent, innovative liberal arts institution and member of the Five College consortium, is accepting applications for an administrative assistant to provide high level support to the dean of enrollment and retention.

The administrative assistant (AA) provides comprehensive administrative support to the dean of enrollment and retention, and assists the office with diverse tasks as directed. Under the general direction of the dean, the AA assumes responsibility for the daily management of the admissions operating budget and management of the production and delivery calendar for admissions communications.

An associate’s degree with a minimum of three years job-related experience in a professional office business environment, which includes marketing and/or communications coordination, data/records management or computer applications is required.  The ability to nimbly maintain the dean's calendar, flow with frequently shifting priorities and competing demands, and ensuring discretion around sensitive material are all essential to this position. The successful candidate must possess excellent organizational skills and have meticulous attention to detail.  Candidate must have computer data entry experience and  ability to use vendor-packaged software such as Microsoft word and mail-merge functions.  Familiarity with Datatel or other enterprise database is helpful.  Experience with confidential material required. Candidate must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. A commitment to working with people from diverse backgrounds is essential.

This is a 12-month, 35-hour per week benefited position. We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefit package. Please submit your cover letter, resume and names/phone numbers of three professional references via our website at https://jobs.hampshire.edu/

Hampshire College is an equal opportunity institution, committed to diversity and inclusion in education and employment.