Academic Secretary

About McDaniel College:

McDaniel College is a four-year, independent college of the liberal arts and sciences offering over 100 undergraduate and graduate programs. One of the original "Colleges That Change Lives," McDaniel emphasizes experiential learning and student-faculty collaboration to develop the unique potential in every student. Represented by the Green Terror, over 20 athletic teams compete in the NCAA Division III Centennial Conference. A student-centered community of 1,600 undergraduates and 1,400 graduate students offers access to both Baltimore and Washington, D.C., plus a European campus in Budapest, Hungary.

This position has a budgeted hiring rate of $17.25/hr. The position is classified as a C3. Positions in the C3 salary band have a minimum rate of $16.75/hr and a maximum rate of $24.12/hr.

At McDaniel College we value our employees by offering our full-time employees tuition remission, 403B retirement accounts, paid time off, medical insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and paid maternity and parental leave. For more information about the college's benefits, please click here to review the 2026 benefits guidebook and click here to view 2026 premium rates.

Job Description:

Provides administrative and secretarial support to the Department of Nursing Chair and other members of the Department of Nursing as assigned.

Key Responsibilities

The Academic Secretary provides comprehensive administrative and operational support to the Department of Nursing Chair. This support includes calendar and meeting management, correspondence, departmental communications, committee support, event coordination, and confidential matters. This role supports day-to-day department operations by coordinating budgets, invoices, contracts, purchasing, facilities, room scheduling, supplies, technology and inventory, and office coverage.

This position assists with student admissions, onboarding, academic integrity processes, faculty and staff recruitment and onboarding, course scheduling, textbook procurement, and departmental records. The Academic Secretary coordinates accreditation, program review, assessment, and regulatory activities by administering surveys, collecting and compiling data, maintaining documentation, preparing reports, and organizing accreditation visits and related initiatives. The role maintains departmental websites and portal pages, supports faculty and student communications, facilitates collaboration across college departments, and provides administrative support for educational programs, orientations, meetings, retreats, and other departmental events.

Requirements:

• High school graduate with two years college preferred; experience may be substituted for college.
• Experience in an office environment as an administrative assistant. Past experience working in higher education is desirable.
• Excellent organizational skills, detail oriented and ability to multi-task and be effective under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Competent in computer word processing, database, and spreadsheets.
• Excellent interpersonal skills are essential. Ability to exercise discretion in dealing with sensitive information. Integrity and good judgment.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced dynamic environment is a must
• Good written and oral skills.

Additional Information:

McDaniel College, in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate in the recruitment, admission, and employment of students, faculty, and staff in the operation of any of its educational programs and activities. McDaniel College will not tolerate any discrimination or harassment on the basis of any protected status including protective hairstyle, race, religion, color, ancestry or national origin, disability, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military status, genetic information, marital status, veteran's status, or any other actual or perceived legally protected characteristics.

Application Instructions:

To apply

For a complete job description including essential responsibilities and to apply, please visit the college's employment webpage. Completed applications must include a cover letter addressing position qualifications and related experience, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will be open until filled.

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