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 College of Education Department of Special Education is accepting applications for a part time Administrative Assistant I who will provide administrative support for the Special Education department chair, program directors, coordinators and faculty. This role requires an individual who is well informed of the department and its programs, as well as skilled in addressing policy and procedural issues and confidential matters. Strong judgement and discretionary skills are necessary, as are accuracy and ability to prioritize and multi-task.

• Coordinate with department chair and program coordinators in preparing schedules and supporting students and faculty to resolve scheduling situations.
• Develop, implement and maintain paper and electronic filing systems for department procedural, faculty and student records and communications.Ensure to meet department needs and fulfill university and College of Education requirements. Monitor supply inventory and order supplies as needed.
• Prepare and review faculty contracts and compensation forms as well as other departmental forms and records.
• Communicate with studentsregarding application, admission, course schedules, program requirements and other matters as needed. Screen calls and emails; engage in routine communication following pre-established norms.
• Responsible for scheduling and coordinating meetings, providing background support and document assembly and preparation with guidance.
• Participate in departmental meetings and accurately record meeting minutes.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED

• Three years of experience providing administrative support

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.

$22,687.50 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