Human Resources

Lake Forest College seeks a part-time department assistant to provide administrative support to faculty in an academic building on campus.

 Job Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day office administration and support to include but not limited to, greeting visitors, scheduling meetings, ordering supplies, etc. 
• Updating the website
• Processing reimbursements
• Planning meetings and special events
• Gathering data
• Filing and data management

 Required Skills and Qualifications

• Associate’s degree
• Proven administrative experience.
• Superb written and verbal communication skills
• Strong time-management skills and multitasking ability
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel, plus an aptitude and willingness to learn new software and systems.
• Ability to track budgets and expenses.
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Attention to detail and the ability to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Willingness to take initiative and follow through on projects.
• Ability to work effectively and professionally with students, staff and faculty from diverse backgrounds. 

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution or equivalent work experience. 
• Experience with project management.
• Comfortable handling confidential information

There are three positions available during the academic year (late-August to mid-May with time off for holidays and College breaks):

1. 30 hours per week in Brown Hall
2. 20 hours per week in Buchannan Hall
3. 20 hours per week in the Office of Academic Affairs

Salary & Benefits

Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour

Benefits: www.lakeforest.edu/offices-and-departments/human-resources/employee-benefits

Application

Please send a resume, cover letter and the names of three references to adminsearch@lakeforest.edu. 

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