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Administrative Assistant
Photography Department
Parsons The New School for Design

The Department of Photography at Parsons The New School for Design, a division of The New School University, seeks an individual for the position of Administrative Assistant to provide support for the department's BFA and MFA programs. The department has about 280 students in its programs and run year-round. The Administrative Assistant works closely with the program academic leadership to ensure that day-to-day departmental operations run smoothly. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:
Assisting in managing fall, spring, and summer course registration process
Answering high volume of communication (telephone calls and email); responding to student and faculty needs
Ordering and inventory of office supplies
Processing and tracking expense reports
Managing student and departmental database in FileMaker Pro, including data entry
Acting as liaison to University support offices such as the Dean's Office, Student Life, Records, Registration and Financial Aid
Project management for a variety of special events

Requirements:
BFA, BA or equivalent experience
Proven administrative experience
Ability to work in a fast-paced collaborative environment
Excellent professional manner and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in PC platform and programs such as FileMaker Pro, Microsoft Excel and Word
Working knowledge of digital imaging and technology skills
Resourcefulness and problem solving skills
Good organizational skills
Ability to multi-task.

Interested candidates must directly apply online at:
careers.newschool.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=51362