Program Support Assistant
We are hiring a Program Support Assistant to provide onsite administrative support at a federal research center in Manhattan, KS. Working alongside administrative professionals, you will help the team stay organized, meet deadlines, and keep day-to-day operations running smoothly. This position requires the ability to obtain federal facility access (PIV / HSPD-12 credentialing).
Location: Onsite — USDA ARS Center for Grain and Animal Health Research (CGAHR), 1515 College Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66506
Employment type: Full-time
Compensation: $35.54/hr+ DOE
Key responsibilities
Provide administrative support to help administrators and staff stay organized and complete their work
Manage calendars, appointments, and deadlines so nothing is missed
Draft and proofread professional emails, letters, and documents with correct spelling and grammar
Coordinate and collaborate with administrators, support personnel, management, and clients
Perform basic accounting, bookkeeping, and billing support tasks
Make sound independent decisions on how best to handle daily tasks
Qualifications
Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail
Professional written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office 365 suite
Aptitude in basic mathematics and general accounting, bookkeeping, and billing
Ability to learn new computer programs quickly
Ability to work onsite in Manhattan, KS and to obtain and maintain required federal facility access
Connexus Hub is an equal opportunity employer.