GENERAL PURPOSE

The Office Assistant is responsible for the business operations of the Nursing Division at Concordia College. The Office Assistant is a member of the Division of Nursing team and contributes fully to the mission and goals of the Division of Nursing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the Dean, the Chair and/or the Executive Assistant, Division of Nursing in all administrative duties needed to maintain an efficient office including answering phones and preparing documents using Microsoft Office
• Welcome Concordia community and visitors ? answer questions about the Division of Nursing, functions, programs and services
• Help maintain files, copies and distribute other communications when needed
• Interface with campus offices as needed.
• Schedule appointments and meetings as directed
• Help coordinate meetings, programs and events as needed.
• Create and distribute posters, newsletters and other communications
• Perform any other duties/projects as assigned

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Exemplify philosophy of Concordia College NY?s mission statement and values statements in all aspects of day-to-day duties and responsibilities assigned to this position
• Effectively communicate with kindness, understanding and helpfulness when interacting with students, staff, faculty and the general public
• Develop and maintain positive relationships
• Exhibit a cheerful, positive, loyal, team-member attitude toward the purposes, programs, policies and goals of the College
• Constantly strive to improve performance

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Critical evaluation ? Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner and gather and analyze information skillfully
• Qualities ? Self-initiated, self-motivated, proactive, willing, high energy, sincerity, resourcefulness, and flexible
• Ethical practice ? Ability to work with confidential information and exercise discretion
• Adaptability ? Confidence and a comfortable nature when speaking to adults and students
• Computer skills ? Working knowledge of computers; Microsoft Office and Internet savvy