Administrative Assistant II

Administrative Assistant II

Syracuse University is interested in candidates who have the communication skills and cross-cultural abilities to maximize their effectiveness with diverse groups of colleagues, students and community members. Women, military veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. Syracuse University is an equal opportunity employer, as well as a federal contractor required to take affirmative action on behalf of protected veterans.

This position serves as the operational backbone of the Program for the Advancement of Research on Conflict and Collaboration (PARCC), a multifaceted, interdisciplinary research center within the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs. The position incumbent is responsible for managing the administrative, financial, programmatic, and communications operations that sustain PARCC's diverse portfolio of research, education, and community engagement activities. The incumbent serves as the primary point of operational continuity for a program whose reach spans the University, the Syracuse community and broader region, and the international scholarly and practitioner community. Specific areas of responsibility include academic program management, financial administration, research program and community engagement coordination, and communications and events, and general office and faculty support.

Preferred qualifications include a bachelor's degree and at least three years of administrative support or program coordination experience, preferably in a higher education, or professional office environment. This position requires discretion and requires an understanding of financial management, marketing, and grants administration.

In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.