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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: The Pennsylvania State University Harrisburg is seeking a candidate for a Part-time Administrative Support Assistant within the Admissions Office (Graduate Admissions). Job DutiesThe successful candidate will be responsible for the following: Answerdaily email correspondence and telephone calls from prospective applicants/students for general and specific information. Assist with processing all aspects of graduate applications. Maintain student and admissions files and databases. Compose and edit written communications. Collaborate with faculty and staff at Harrisburg and University Park. Resolve program staff issues, and field their application questions. Utilize multiple databases for daily workflow. Maintain application records/filing. Review program websites for updates on staff, deadlines, and supporting materials. Update internal directories for graduate programs, program deadlines, exchange agreement staff, and program requirements. Become familiar with requirements for all graduate programs. Become familiar with international student requirements. Run reports to assist in determining workflow. Requirements and Qualifications Typically requiresa high school diploma or higher plus one year of related experience. Ideal candidate will have experience with LionPath, Slate, DocFinity, and the Microsoft Office suite.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion inall ofits forms.We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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