Administrative Assistant-ECET

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New York Institute of Technology's – College of Engineering & Computing Science is seeking an Administrative Assistant for the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology for our NYC campus. Reporting to the Chair, this person coordinates and supports the administrative functions within the department and acts as a primary point of contact for students, faculty, and the Program Chair.

Key Responsibilities:

• Understands and adheres to the Values, Mission and Vision of the NYIT College of Engineering and Computing Sciences.
• Provides administrative support to the Manhattan Chair of Undergraduate Program in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology and serves the program’s students and faculty.
• Assists with operational activities that include organization and facilitation of meetings, and conferences.
• Participates actively in outreach communications, as well as retention activities and special projects as assigned by the Dean of the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences.
• Assists with advisement, assessment, and accreditation materials.
• Assists with all on-campus events at two NY campuses (New York City and Long Island).
• Responsible for the administration, security, confidentiality and retention of office files which includes administrative correspondence and documentation.
• Serves as an integral component in staff, faculty and student activities.
• Manage Student Aids, Federal Work Study Students, and Graduate Assistants.
• Manages front desk operations.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

 Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm, in-person

Bachelor’s degree required.

Pleasant, courteous and professional attitude.

Working knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office software. Specifically, is proficient in the use of Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Ability to be trained in learning Administrative software such as student system, faculty compensation system and related applications.

Demonstrates excellent written and oral communications skills, organizational skills and multitasking skills.

Timely in the completion of tasks.

Always maintain the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism.

New York Institute of Technology offers numerous opportunities to enhance personal and professional growth and provides employees with a competitive compensation and benefits program inclusive of  generous paid time off, holidays, tuition remission, and retirement plans with employer contributions.

New York Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer – All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

In compliance with local legislation as well as to provide greater transparency to candidates, the annual base salary range for this position is listed. New York Tech considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate experience/expertise, education/training, key skills, geographic location, internal peer equity as well as market, organizational considerations and/or applicable collective bargaining agreement when extending an offer.