Administrative Assistant for Academic Affairs

Administrative Assistant for Academic Affairs

Job Title: Administrative Assistant for Academic Affairs

Campus: Metropolitan Campus, Teaneck, NJ

Department: Nursing and Allied Health Services-Metro

Hiring Manager: Dr. Annie Rohan

Hiring Manager Title: Dean and Professor

College: Henry P. Becton College of Nursing and Allied Health

Position Type: Staff

Grade: 11

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Faculty Rank: No Response

Salary: $55,000.00

General Benefits: This position provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes: employee tuition grant, health/dental/RX/vision insurance, paid time off, retirement plan contributions, employer paid life insurance and long term disability benefits, as well as various voluntary benefits including but not limited to supplemental life insurance, commuter benefits, long term care, and FSA/HSA.

Status: Full-Time

Months Worked: 12 Month

Job Summary: The Administrative Assistant for Academic Affairs is primarily responsible to support entry level (i.e., associate's, bachelor's, entry-level MSN, pre-degree/continuing education) programs. The Administrative Assistant for Academic Affairs supports academic advisement processes of students and program/course registration processes within CoNAH to assure compliance with all University and accreditation policies. This position also provides diversified administrative support to the Dean and the members of the CoNAH leadership team. This position is required to maintain confidentiality of proprietary and private information and an internal and external customer-service focus while carrying out job responsibilities and conducting business in a manner that will uphold the integrity and reputation of Fairleigh Dickinson University. This position maintains a thorough working knowledge of and adheres to the policies, regulations, and procedures of the University.

Required Qualifications: 1. High School Diploma or GED required; Associate degree in a work-related field preferred. 2. A minimum of two years of administrative experience, preferably in a complex academic environment, including office oversight responsibilities. 3. Office management experience required; certification in office management preferred. 4. Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills with proficiency in written and spoken English; pleasant and competent telephone manner. 5. Proficiency in the use of computer systems for database management, spreadsheets, word processing, internet, and e-mail. 6. Ability to manage sensitive issues with decorum and confidentiality. 7. Well organized, independent, and collaborative in carrying out responsibilities. 8. Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check. Candidates for hire will be required to sign a waiver authorizing the background check and produce a Social Security Card.

Preferred Qualifications:

Hours Worked - 35

Posting Date: 09/17/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Application Types Accepted: Application for Employment

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

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