Administrative Assistant II, (B3 Career Level, Non-exempt) at Grinnell College in Grinnell, Iowa

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Administrative Assistant II, (B3 Career Level, Non-exempt)

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About GRINNELL COLLEGE Grinnell College is a private liberal arts college located in Grinnell, Iowa and is ranked #11 on the U.S. News and World Report's list of Best National Liberal Arts Colleges. Grinnell College is a top ranked Liberal Arts institution that values diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, intellectual freedom, and social responsibility. We seek candidates that align with these values and have the ability and desire to advance our values of belonging within our community and the communities we engage. To achieve this, we strive to establish a workforce of talented individuals who embody the diversity of the communities we serve. Grinnell College strongly encourages talented women, racial and ethnic minorities, and other individuals who are under-represented within their profession, across color, creed, race, ethnic and national origin, physical ability, gender and sexual identity, or any other legally protected class to apply. Ideal candidates will be prepared to collaborate and contribute to the mission and values of the college across all constituencies. POSITION SUMMARY
Grinnell College is currently seeking an energetic, motivated, and well-organized Administrative Assistant II for the Admissions department. The Administrative Assistant II is a member of the admission operations team and works with the administrative database functions and computer operations to support the Office of Admission. The position serves as the lead processor of international student application materials and aids with domestic application processing as needed. This role assists prospective students, parents, and school counselors by phone and email as they work through the process of completing an admission application. The Administrative Assistant II reports to the Admission Data & Operations Administrator and works closely with the Director of International Admission. RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide support for administrative database functions and computer operations.


• Supports the international student application process.


• Back up to Front Desk Receptionist


• Cross train and other clerical duties as needed.

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)


• Three years or more relative work experience


• Commitment to the College's articulated mission and core values


• Champions diversity, equity, and inclusion


• Highest level of confidentiality maintained.


• Strong command of the Microsoft Office suite applications, Teams, and WebEx


• Detailed oriented and well organized.


• Excellent written and oral communications skill, including grammar and spelling.

• Proven communicator with the ability to effectively utilize various modes of communication.


• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple responsibilities, frequent interruptions, and exercise independent judgment.

Administrative Assistant II

Non-Exempt

Staff

Full-Time

Regular

Selected candidate must successfully pass a background check prior to first day of employment.

Yes

S01060

Grinnell College is committed to establishing and maintaining a safe and nondiscriminatory educational and working environment for all College community members. It is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in matters of admission, employment, and housing, and in access to and participation in its education programs, services, and activities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, religion, disability, creed or any other protected class. Discrimination and harassment on any of the bases covered by state or federal antidiscrimination statutes is unlawful and a violation of Grinnell College policy.