Administrative Associate

Job Description

Pittsburg State University is accepting applications for an Administrative Associate in the School of Nursing. The primary purpose of the Administrative Associate is to provide administrative support for the Director and Faculty of the School of Nursing to support the school's mission, strategic goals and objectives. This position also serves as the liaison for partnerships and community development, including partnerships with area clinical agencies.

Duties and Responsibilities of Position

30% Application Processing

• Process applications for undergraduate Irene Ransom Bradley School of Nursing Students.
• Collect and verify the necessary documentation to be admitted to the program.
• Set up and maintain a database electronic filing system for nursing student information, records, correspondence, and other student material.
• Maintain confidentiality when working with private information about students, faculty and staff.

30% Partner & Communication Development

• Engage with area clinical agencies & clinical faculty for clinical placements by providing required documentation.
• Facilitate agency recruitment events and lunches weekly.

25% Administrative Support to the School

• Greet visitors when they come into the office and handle their inquiries or direct them to the appropriate person according to their needs.
• Answers inquiries and speaks to prospective inquiries about the different nursing programs we offer at Pittsburg State University.
• Answers the phone and takes messages for the director, faculty and staff and transfer calls to the appropriate individuals.
• Respond to email inquiries, as needed.
• Records minutes for BSN and RN to BSN Committee meetings.
• Assist SON Director on special projects assignments varying times throughout the year - Assessment; Accreditation, Program Review, Employer and Alumni Survey.
• Assists with organizing camps and student tours for the School of Nursing.
• Assists undergraduate coordinators with Student Handbooks and websites.

10% Event Coordination

• Plan and coordinate SON events (Pinning, Nursing Recognition Ceremony, Student Leaders Lunch, Advisory Board Meetings, etc) for the School of Nursing.
• Coordinate events with community partners, Alumni and Constituent Relations, and campus community for tours and use of the Simulation Hospital.

5% Other duties

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director.

Education and Experience - Required at Hire

Required Education and Experience at Hire

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One year of experience in an office or administrative setting.

Screening Services (Background Checks): Your employment with Pittsburg State University is contingent on a satisfactory criminal background check and sex offender check.

Job Type: Unclassified


Appointment Duration: 12 months

Work Schedule: Full Time - Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.

Salary Range: $15.00 Per Hour, Commensurate with Experience

Application Documents Required*:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Names and Contact Details for Three (3) Professional References

*Consolidate documents into a maximum of 2 to upload.


Open Until Filled with a first review date of June 9, 2026.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position

Search Committee Chair: Tracey Mussa, View email address on click.appcast.io

PSU will only accept applications submitted through this process.

Pittsburg State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About Us

About Pittsburg State University

Founded in 1903, Pittsburg State's 373-acre campus is a beautiful blend of historic buildings and modern facilities, including state-of-the-art athletics, arts, and research facilities.


Its residential and online undergraduate and graduate student population of nearly 6,000 is guided by an exceptionally talented and dedicated faculty, staff, and administrative team.


Pitt State's hands-on learning environment and engagement by alumni working in a variety of professional sectors creates incredible academic, internship, and employment opportunities for students. Academic programs often bring home national honors.


The university enjoys a close relationship with Pittsburg residents as well as city and business leaders. Throughout town, you'll see gorilla statues in front lawns and red and gold Gorilla spirit at local businesses. Students, faculty, and staff are highly engaged in the local school district and with service projects, and in turn the community is highly supportive of and engaged in university activities.


Faculty, staff, and students have access to many amenities, including discounts and free access to concerts, plays, athletic events on campus as well as discounts on meals and services off campus.


Pitt State has developed unique partnerships in downtown Pittsburg, 1.4 miles north of the main campus. There, Block22 and the historic Hotel Besse offer innovative student housing options and the new Kelce College of Business building, scheduled to open in July 2026, will feature state-of-the-art classrooms, collaboration spaces, and space for professional development and public events.


The university has earned institutional accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and two elite classifications from the Carnegie Foundation.