Program Assistant

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to academic departments within the College of Humanities, Education, and Social Sciences.
• Support the Associate Executive Director of the Northeast Modern Language Association (NeMLA) with convention logistics, membership databases, and volunteer coordination.
• Assist the Graduate Council by managing Microsoft Teams channels, SharePoint sites, and scheduling monthly meetings.
• Manage departmental budgets, faculty expense statements, and purchasing card reconciliations.
• Coordinate event logistics including space reservations, catering, travel arrangements, and award ceremonies.
• Respond to inquiries from faculty, students, and professional organizations via email, phone, and in-person.
• Oversee office operations such as inventory management, digital signage updates, and student worker assignments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent educational background.
• 3 years of general secretarial or administrative experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (including Teams, SharePoint, and Excel).
• Experience in event planning, customer support, or student support.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including proofreading.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize in a high-volume environment.

About the Company

Gannon University is a private institution dedicated to providing a liberal arts and professional education. We support an inclusive mission and a community-focused environment through our various academic colleges and professional associations.