Administrative Assistant for PN

The mission of Goodwin University is to educate a diverse student population in a dynamic environment that aligns education, commerce, and community. Our innovative programs of study prepare students for professional careers while promoting lifelong learning and civic responsibility. As a nurturing university community, we challenge students, faculty, staff, and administration to fully realize their highest academic, professional, and personal potential.Position Description Summary/Purpose:This position is responsible for the management and oversight of the admission process to the PN program which encompasses the management of all of the associated paperwork for new and existing students, including the management of health information through an outside vendor. The position also includes the responsibility of maintaining faculty files.Essential Job Functions/Primary Responsibilities:(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)Creates new applicant foldersRetrieve any additional transcripts of TEAS scores for applicant filesScores new applicant filesDetermines the students to be accepted by selecting the top scoresCreates an acceptance listDistributes acceptance and declination information to applicantsDisseminates the acceptance lists to appropriate departments/individuals within the universityCreates and maintains faculty files as neededFiles all evaluations and relevant paperwork in student and faculty filesMaintains confidentiality of student data as protected by FERPACommunicates with students and other employees effectivelyMaintains adequate office suppliesCompiles minutes of all faculty meetingsGenerates all purchase ordersAnswers calls from students, vendors, etc.Schedules appointments for Program DirectorSupports the Program Director and other faculty as requestedInteracts with other University personnel as needed, especially Health Science advisors and other faculty. Also interacts by phone or email with vendors such as ATI and CastleBranchConducts all work in a safe manner and all work safety practices are followedSupports PN students and faculty at the East Hartford and University of Bridgeport (UB) campuses and may be required to travel to Bridgeport as needed with notice.Other Functions:Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation permitsContinues professional development and training; keeps current with trendsAssists other department staff as needed to promote a team effort.Knowledge, Ability and Skill:Demonstrated commitment to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and work in an environment in which all members of the University community are treated with respect and dignityComputer- Word and Excel skillsOrganizational skillsSelf-motivated; ability to function independentlyEffective communication skillsCustomer Service skillsTime management skillsAdaptiveness: ability to implement changes without workflow disruptionMinimum Required Qualifications:Education, Training and Experience:High School graduateCustomer service skills and related work experience is preferred.Physical and Mental Requirements:Work Environment None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3 Outdoor Weather Conditions X Work with fumes or airborne particles X Work near moving mechanical parts X Risk of electrical shock X Vibration XPhysical Activity None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3 Standing X Walking X Sitting X Talking & Hearing X Using hands/fingers to handle/feel X Climbing or balancing X Bending, pulling, pushing X Driving XLifting Requirements None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3 Up to 10 pounds X Up to 25 pounds X Up to 50 pounds X Up to 75 pounds X Up to 100 pounds X Over 100 pounds XVision requirements:_X_ Close vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 inches or less)___ Distance vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 feet or more)___ Color vision (i.e. ability to identify and distinguish colors)___ Peripheral vision (i.e. ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down orleft and right while the eyes are fixed on a given point)___ Depth perception (i.e. three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances andspatial relationships)___ No special vision requirementsFull-Time Employee Benefits:Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsurancePet Insurance401k employer matchEmployee & dependent life insuranceGreat tuition benefits for employee, spouse & dependentsPTO programFlexible work schedules / work from home opportunities