Administrative Assistant II, MSOE and Program Support

Administrative Assistant II, MSOE and Program Support

260007B6

Description

DO NOT APPLY ON MASSCAREERS. Applications submitted on MassCareers will not be considered.Applicants must apply on theSalem State Career siteto be considered.Overview

The McKeown School of Education (MSOE) Administrative Assistant II (AAII) supports daily operations of the school. The MSOE administrative assistant works closely with the MSOE Office Manager and collaborates with administrative staff and faculty to ensure that the MSOE functions effectively in fulfilling its mission to provide students with high-quality education.

At Salem State University, every role on campus plays a part in something meaningful. As a proud Hispanic-Serving Institution, we've built a culture that reflects the diversity of the students and communities we serve, and we bring that same spirit to our workplace. You'll find colleagues who are collaborative, students who are motivated and a mission you can stand behind. Whether you're just starting your career or bringing years of experience, Salem State is a place where your contributions count.

Please Note: This is a part-time, benefited position working 19.5 hours per week.

DO NOT APPLY ON MASSCAREERS. Applications submitted on MassCareers will not be considered.Applicants must apply on theSalem State Career siteto be considered.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Applicants must have at least (A) three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in office management, office administration, business administration or business management, the major duties of which included one or more of the following functions: purchasing, personnel management, budgeting, accounting, records management, work simplification, grants management, contract administration or program management, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitutions: I. An Associate’s or higher degree with a major in business administration, business management or public administration may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required experience.*

II. An Associate’s or higher degree with a major other than in business administration, business management or public administration may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required experience.*

*Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree
• Previous professional experience in a higher education setting
• Strong time management skills and ability to organize, prioritize and complete multiple tasks simultaneously with close attention to detail in order to meet deadlines
• Technical knowledge and the ability to develop and maintain appropriate systems and databases to support office operations are necessary
• Experience using PeopleSoft, CFRS, Fusion and Procard systems and knowledge of current software packages such as MS Word, Access, Excel and PowerPoint

Working Location

This is a hybrid position in Salem, MA with some on-campus, in-person responsibilities.

Application Instructions

DO NOT APPLY ON MASSCAREERS. Applications submitted on MassCareers will not be considered.\*

Resume and cover letter are not required, but are appreciated.

Employment is contingent upon a completed background and CORI check satisfactory to the university.

This position is not eligible for H1B visa sponsorship.

EEO Statement

The university considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

ADA Statement

Salem State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

Recruitment Agencies

Salem State University does not partner with or accept candidates from outside staffing agencies. All hiring is managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team.

Official Title: Administrative Assistant II

Primary Location

: United States-Massachusetts-Salem-352 Lafayette St

Job

: Education

Agency

: Salem State College

Schedule

: Part-time

Shift

: Day

Job Posting

: Oct 22, 2026, 6:47:40 PM

Number of Openings

: 1

Salary (Pay Basis)

: 32,524.00 - 32,524.00 Yearly

If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Jenifer Murphy - 9785426508Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator Phone Number