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We are looking for a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support a university office in Dayton, Ohio. This Long-term Contract position will serve as a welcoming first point of contact for students, faculty, and visitors while helping keep daily administrative operations organized and efficient. The role combines front-desk coordination, document handling, email management, and general office support in a busy academic environment.
Job Responsibility
Welcome students, faculty, and visitors to the office area and provide courteous front-desk assistance
Respond to routine student inquiries and help coordinate completion of university-related forms and transcript requests
Monitor and organize shared and individual email inboxes, ensuring messages are addressed or routed appropriately
Prepare, revise, and format letters and other documents using Microsoft Word, including mail merge tasks when needed
Maintain accurate office records through filing, scanning, and general document organization
Support communication by handling inbound calls, responding to email correspondence, and directing questions to the appropriate contacts
Assist with appointment scheduling and other administrative coordination to support day-to-day office activities
Work closely with faculty and students to provide timely administrative support in a well-organized academic setting
Requirements
Previous experience in an administrative, office support, or front-desk role
Strong customer service skills with the ability to interact professionally with students, faculty, and visitors
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel for document preparation, communication, and basic record keeping
Ability to manage multiple tasks at once, including email correspondence, scheduling, and document processing
Experience with data entry, filing, scanning, and maintaining organized records
Comfortable handling inbound phone calls and responding to inquiries with accuracy and professionalism
Strong written and verbal communication skills
High attention to detail and the ability to work effectively in a busy office environment