Administrative Assistant - Residence Life

Friends University is committed to work-life balance for its employees by offering flex work options, up to 4 weeks of vacation, 96 hours of sick leave per year, up to 13 1 / 2 paid holidays, half day Fridays June through July, up to 5% retirement matching, and free undergraduate tuition for you, your spouse, and your dependents.

Friends University is seeking to fill the Administrative Assistant Residence Life position in Wichita Kansas. This position Provides program support and clerical assistance to the Director of Residence Life & Conduct, Residence Life staff, Resident Assistants, students who live on campus, and others in the Friends University community.

Responsibilities include :

Provide administrative leadership and organization to large departmental projects by creating / maintaining filing systems, preparing large communications to student and general campus community, data entry, and information tracking;

track daily housing applicant activity and oversee housing and meal plan charges and deposits; participate in resident assistant development and help oversee residence hall move-in days.

Assist on-campus residents with residential policies and pertinent information, requests for dorm maintenance, and meetings with Res Life staff.

Updates departmental website and assists with social media platforms.

• Provide office and clerical support including, but not limited to, acting as first contact for staff, faculty, students, and community members by phone, email, or in-person meetings;
• maintaining office supplies and document inventory; providing budgetary support; maintaining departmental and supervisors’ calendars;

schedule and take minutes for departmental meetings, and make travel arrangements for staff.

Friends University seeks to hire individuals who will embrace our mission and celebrate our commitment to equipping students to honor God in their personal, professional, and spiritual lives by adhering to the University’s RISE Core Values (Respect, Inclusion, Service and Excellence).

The mission of the University is :

Friends University, a Christian University of Quaker heritage, equips students to honor God and serve others by integrating their intellectual, spiritual, and professional lives.

Two years secretarial or related experience desired. Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet software, and database experience required (Microsoft Office products preferred).

Knowledge of Banner is very helpful.

A high school diploma or equivalent is required. A bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills are necessary. Ability to maintain confidential information in a professional manner is required.

Pay range : $15 - $16 per hour

Please visit our employment site at https : / / www.friends.edu / employment-opportunities / to apply. Only applications submitted through this Friends University website application process will be accepted.

Friends University aspires to be a model of excellence in higher education. As an expression of our Christian faith, we aim to prepare our students for success in a diverse and interconnected world by providing transformative learning experiences that embrace different viewpoints.

As we seek individuals to join our Friends University community, we encourage candidates who share our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion to apply.

Join us as we continue on this journey towards a more just and inclusive future for all.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Friends University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.