Administrative Assistant supporting Career Services & Financial Aid

Great Lakes Institution of Technology offers short-term career training options in a variety of healthcare and healthcare-related fields. We are passionate about our school and the students that we help to succeed.

We are seeking a FULL-TIME ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT to support both our Career Services and Financial Aid Departments. Interested applicants, please complete on-line application at https://glit.edu/careers/

• Job Title: Administrative Assistant
• Position: Full-time/hourly, non-exempt
• Hours: Monday – Friday
• Location: On-site, Erie PA
• Compensation: Competitive Salary based on experience

Position Summary:

With the growth of our student population, Great Lakes Institute of Technology is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support both our Career Services and the Financial Aid Departments. We are seeking highly motivated candidates who are detail-oriented, proactive, and self-starters with a positive "can-do" attitude. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills and possess the ability to think critically and solve problems efficiently. As part of our team, you will play an essential role in supporting these two student-facing departments, while contributing to a collaborative work atmosphere, and ensuring an exceptional experience for our students across these departments. This role is a great fit for someone who always presents themselves professionally, is passionate about helping our students succeed, and who is described by others as positive, upbeat and gets the job done.

Responsibilities:

• Support the Career Services department by assisting the director in all areas of career services including but not limited to setting up on-site career fairs, contacting employers, working with students by assisting them with resume/cover letter development, scheduling mock interviews for current students and assisting grads with on-going employment needs.
• Our busy Financial Aid office needs assistance with ensuring student financial aid packages are completed timely, including following up with students to ensure they attend scheduled appointments, and rescheduling students who miss appointments. supporting the financial aid team with all steps in the process from initial meeting with prospective students through the final packaging process for students starting classes.

Minimum requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of office experience as an Administrative Assistant and/or office manager role
• Associate’s degree in business, communications and/or related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products including Teams & PPT with the ability to learn additional software as needed
• Ability to create spreadsheets and/or maintain existing ones.
• Must have excellent communication skills both verbal and written with the ability to listen effectively
• Comfortable multi-tasking and prioritizing tasks without guidance
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Punctuality with strong attendance history required

Preferred experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, communications and/or related field preferred.
• Experience with post-secondary/career education processes preferred.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department.

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $41,469 - $55,449