C26-026 Administrative Assistant (201526)

Division for Campus & Community Engagement and Center for Community Engagement & Social Research

Central Connecticut State University invites applications to join Division for Campus & Community Engagement and the Center for Community Engagement & Social Research as a full-time Administrative Assistant. We seek applicants who are eager to contribute to a dynamic, mission-driven division that fosters meaningful connections between the university and the broader community, and who will thrive in a collaborative environment dedicated to student success, civic engagement, and social impact.

Central Connecticut State University is the first publicly funded university in the state. As we recently celebrated 175 years of academic excellence and innovation

About CCSU's Division for Campust & Community Engagement and the Center for Community Engagement & Social Research

The Division for Campus & Community Engagement and the Center for Community Engagement & Social Research advance Central Connecticut State University's mission by fostering meaningful partnerships between the university and the broader community. Through community engagement, applied research, civic engagement, and experiential learning, the division supports student success, strengthens faculty and staff collaboration, and addresses community-identified needs through reciprocal and impactful partnerships. The Center is committed to creating opportunities that connect academic learning with real-world experience and promote the public good.

Position Profile

The Administrative Assistant reports directly to the Associate Vice President of Division of Campus & Community Engagement and the Center for Social Research. This role will be responsible for the AVP's calendar and all incoming communications. This qualified candidate will provide confidential administrative support. Will assist in writing, preparing, and producing materials including direct mail, reports, and printed and electronic materials. Will manage the reception area by providing courteous service to all calls and visitors within and outside of the university community.

This role will provide business service support to the Associate Vice President, and support by processing expenses, budget tracking, ordering office supplies, and following all college purchasing policies and guidelines. This role will also compile confidential information and prepare presentations for meetings and events with internal and external constituents. Will organize and maintain filing systems, write letters, memos and reports. Will handle high-level sensitive and confidential information covering many areas is critical. May supervise, train or direct student staff or part time on tasks assuring work is complete. May be required to work evening or weekend events.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of office administration and management

• Knowledge of business math.

• Demonstrated organizational skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to operate office equipment which includes computers, tablets, and other equipment.

• Ability to operate office suite software, adobe, Teams, etc.

• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.

• Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple projects simultaneously.

• Demonstrated ability to meet personally with a variety of people as a representative of the University System.

Applicant Evaluative Criteria

Applicant profiles and supplementary materials will be evaluated for appointment based on the following:

• Five (5) years of experience providing administrative support in an office setting.

• Experience maintaining records of expenses and budget tracking.

• Strong organizational skills to maintain an orderly and efficient office operation.

• Demonstrated ability of verbal and written communication with proper grammar, punctuation and spelling.

• Demonstrated ability to produce quality typewritten materials using personal computer equipment and software such as office suite, adobe, Teams, Adobe,

Ideal Candidate

Preferred qualifications include experience in higher education, budget management and possession of a bachelor's degree or higher.

A college or university background is desirable, as it may enhance a candidate's professionalism and familiarity with the higher education environment.

To Apply

To begin the application process, select the "Apply" button and electronically submit the following documents by June 30, 2026. Please be sure that you explicitly discuss how your experience and skills match each required and preferred qualification.

• Letter of interest addressing the qualifications for this position.

• Current Resume

Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. E-mailed and mailed applications will not be accepted. Please redact any personally identifiable information (i.e., Social Security Number, date of birth, marital status, country of origin) from any documents submitted.

Inquiries may be sent to Diana Velasco, Search Committee Chair, at 860-832-2976 or d.velasco@ccsu.edu.

Compensation and Employee Benefits

The Administrative Assistant is compensated at the Professional 2 salary level in accordance with CSCU Human Resources Policies for Management and Confidential Professional Personnel.

For more information

The State of Connecticut and Central Connecticut State University are proud to offer its employees competitive wages and a wide range of fringe benefits including voluntary and supplemental benefits.

Fringe benefits include: paid personal, vacation and sick leave accruals; medical, dental, and prescription plans; group life insurance; retirement; retiree health care; tuition waiver for employee and eligible dependents at any of the Connecticut State Universities (Central, Eastern, Southern or Western) as well as an array of voluntary and supplemental benefits such as Deferred Retirement Contribution plans, Dependent Care Assistance and Medical Flexible spending accounts; long and short term disability insurance plans.

For more detailed information

As an affirmative action employer, Central Connecticut State University actively seeks and encourages applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.