Job Information
Touro University Administrative Assistant & Events Planner in New York, New York
Overview
This opening is for an administrative assistant to the Dean of Student Services and to the Director of Enrollment Management. The individual chosen will coordinate the many activities of the Student Services/Enrollment Departments with other departments inside the medical school. This position will also coordinate our events, including graduation, white coat ceremony, and fundraising events.
Responsibilities
Schedule meetings and ensure it is set up correctly using Meeting Room Manager software (training provided).
Coordinate all college events. Including choosing the venues, catering, and other details associated with being an event planner.
Respond to and screen telephone calls. Draft correspondence using the knowledge of the organization, function, issues and other related data. Respond to communications via verbal, written, telephone and email.
Maintain functional effectiveness by typing, proofreading, and distributing memos, documents and other correspondence.
Anticipates supervisor's needs regarding support, logistics and follow-up.
Performs duties in a confidential manner.
Prepares mailings
Compiles data and generate reports as needed.
Maintains files.
Coordinates all activities of the office including prospective student interviews with faculty and staff.
Communicates directly with students and prospective medical students.
Orders supplies and process invoices.
Participates in special projects and take on project management of high profile events.
This position is a public position whereby you will be meeting all staff, faculty, administration, students, and prospective students.
Qualifications
Education/ Experience
- Associated degree/2 or more years of administrative experience
Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to work with outside vendors
Exceptional professional demeanor in communicating with executive-level professionals from within and outside the medical school.
Proficiency in computer use and software applications.
*Flexible/available to work occasional overtime when necessary. A few weekends and or evenings may be required.
Maximum Salary
USD $50,000.00/Yr.
Minimum Salary
USD $40,000.00/Yr.
Touro University offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:
Full range of Health Plans
Medical Plans (choice of EPO, PPO, High Deductible HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan
Dependent Care and Transit Programs
Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
Short-term and Long-term disability programs
Retirement Plan (403b) - matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre-tax contributions immediately following employment)
Touro University Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children
Employee Assistance Program
Early-Release Fridays (upon approval)
Generous Paid Time Off
Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Floating Holiday
Annual Holiday Schedule
All campuses of the Touro University unite to promote our core values of Respect, Integrity, and Ethics. As an international institution with diverse and talented faculty and staff, we value an inclusive learning experience where students and employees come first.
Touro University is an equal opportunity employer. Touro University treats all employees, job applicants, and students without unlawful consideration of race, ethnicity, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), age, disability, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military service or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We are committed to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy in all decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, the administration of educational programs and activities, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff, suspension, expulsion and termination, and all other terms and conditions of admission, matriculation, and employment.
Inquiries or complaints concerning the non-discrimination policies should be sent to Nicole Barnett, 202 West 43rd Street, 11th Floor, New York, New York, 10036, nicole.barnett@touro.edu (646-565-6285) or, alternatively, to the Chief Compliance Officer at compliance@touro.edu and 646-565-6000 x55330.
Job Locations US-NY-New York
ID 2025-11762
College Administration
Position Type Full-Time
Schedule Shift Monday-Thursday 9AM-5:30PM, Friday 9AM-3PM
Hours Per Week 36.5
Travel None
Category Administrative/Office Support
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Location : Country US