Administrative Assistant I (Part-time)

Towson University (TU) has earned distinction as both a top-100 public university and one of the nation's great colleges to work for. Located north of Baltimore, TU currently enrolls over 19,000 students and is the second-largest university in the prestigious University System of Maryland. Towson University fosters a climate that is grounded in respect to cultivate the intellectual and personal growth of the entire university community.

The Towson University Counseling provides an array of services that are flexible, culturally responsive, solution focused and tailored to every students unique needs. TU Counseling Center is seeking an Administrative Assistant I that will provide a professional and welcoming presence with clients, staff and the public. The Administrative Assistant I will offer administrative support to the Counseling Center staff, managing office operations including highly sensitive and confidential matters. Maintains a high level of integrity and professional demeanor overall, including maintaining the confidentiality of medical and mental health records and decorum in public spaces of the Counseling Center.

The work schedule for this position may require occasional evening hours Required Qualifications\:

• High School Diploma or GED

• Two years of experience providing administrative support

• Experience in using good judgment as well as confidentiality when interacting with highly stressed individuals

• Demonstrated strong organizational and critical thinking skills, efficient and personable

• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

General knowledge of and skill in the practical application of generally accepted office practices and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to proofread and edit written documents. Skill in various computer software packages, such as word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation programs, Internet, email and calendaring software. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to interact effectively with internal and external parties in a courteous and efficient manner. Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and execute multiple and continuing assignments with general instructions.

Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

Preferred Qualifications\:

• Knowledgeable in using Point and Click and Titanium Schedule software systems

• Ability to use computer, scanner, printer and fax machines

$22,688 annually and full University benefits that include annual leave, up to 17 holidays, personal and sick days; excellent health, life, and retirement plans; and tuition remission. To learn more about our benefits, please click here . TU also offers a variety of great perks and discounts, which can be found here .

For consideration, please submit a resume and cover letter with your online application. This position will be open for a minimum of 14 days.