Project Assistant, Employer Engagement Career Management Center, Fuqua School of Business

The Project Assistant Role The Project Assistant (level 8) for the Employer Engagement team plays a critical role in the planning, coordination, and execution of Fuqua’s recruiting events and interview programs. The role supports more than 200 recruiting events annually, ranging from individual employer presentations to multi‑employer networking nights and interviews. Skills, Qualifications, and Requirements Bachelor’s degree preferred. Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered. Typically requires 2–3 years of relevant experience supporting office operations, event coordination, or administrative functions. Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and follow‑through. Strong technical proficiency, including experience with database systems, Microsoft Excel, and standard business communication tools. Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage a wide range of stakeholders. Self‑starter with the ability to take initiative, work independently, and escalate issues when appropriate. Adaptable and flexible, with comfort operating in a dynamic, evolving environment and managing multiple priorities. Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and occasionally early mornings, particularly during peak recruiting cycles. Ability to occasionally lift and move materials weighing up to 40 lbs. Representative Duties and Responsibilities Support the planning, coordination, and execution of a high volume of recruiting activities and employer engagement initiatives. Event Logistics and Employer Engagement Coordinate materials and logistics in preparation for CMC‑facilitated recruiting events and interviews. Submit room reservations and approve student requests for on‑campus employer engagement through the Event Management System. Provide operational and logistical support to the Employer Engagement team and Career Service Specialists, particularly during peak recruiting cycles. Process job postings by reviewing and approving online submissions, entering externally submitted postings, and following up with recruiters and internal stakeholders as needed. Recruiting Operations and Administrative Responsibilities Provide general administrative support and contribute to special projects aligned with the CMC’s strategic priorities. Staff the CMC Information Desk at scheduled times and provide additional coverage as needed in coordination with the Assistant Director for Business Operations. Oversee the daily operations and scheduling of the CMC Interview Suite. Support the hiring and training of the Employer Ambassador Team. Choose Duke Anticipated Pay Range: Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $18.92 to USD $28.09. Factors considered include scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate experience, education, skills, internal equity, and market considerations. Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family‑friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at Equal Opportunity Employer Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status. Essential Physical Job Functions Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and reasonable accommodation(s) can be requested with Duke Access and Accommodations Services (email: View email address on click.appcast.io; phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io). #J-18808-Ljbffr Duke University