Administrative Specialist

We take pride in the ever-evolving nature of our work, which transforms the lives of our students, preparing them for personal and professional success.

Rider University is consistently recognized by The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report as a best college, and as a best-value institution. With more than 100 majors, minors and programs, 21 Division I athletic teams and 150-plus clubs and organizations, Rider Broncs create their own pathways to success with the support of the University community.

Position Overview

Rider University’s Department of Athletics seeks an Administrative Specialist, who with little or no direction and using a broad level of skills and knowledge, provides advanced administrative support to assigned staff members. Individual is required to: operate independently in prioritizing own workload and that of others in determining how best to accomplish work objectives; be proactive in identifying, following through and resolving various issues; participate in special projects as required; and may delegate work to others.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• assisting the Athletic Director in all aspects of departmental operations;

• answering phones and greeting students, parents, and the general public;

• running the ticket booth and working outside events as needed, primarily championships. This includes nights and weekends during the basketball and wrestling seasons (approx. 35 events per year); and

• arranging and managing all travel arrangements for the Athletic Director and Associate Athletic Directors.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Experience

We take pride in the ever-evolving nature of our work, which transforms the lives of our students, preparing them for personal and professional success.

Rider University is consistently recognized by The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report as a best college, and as a best-value institution. With more than 100 majors, minors and programs, 21 Division I athletic teams and 150-plus clubs and organizations, Rider Broncs create their own pathways to success with the support of the University community.

Position Overview

Rider University’s Department of Athletics seeks an Administrative Specialist, who with little or no direction and using a broad level of skills and knowledge, provides advanced administrative support to assigned staff members. Individual is required to: operate independently in prioritizing own workload and that of others in determining how best to accomplish work objectives; be proactive in identifying, following through and resolving various issues; participate in special projects as required; and may delegate work to others.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• assisting the Athletic Director in all aspects of departmental operations;

• answering phones and greeting students, parents, and the general public;

• running the ticket booth and working outside events as needed, primarily championships. This includes nights and weekends during the basketball and wrestling seasons (approx. 35 events per year); and

• arranging and managing all travel arrangements for the Athletic Director and Associate Athletic Directors.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent required with 4-6 years of related work experience preferred.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills required. Must be able to communicate effectively with a wide variety of constituents (coaches, students, parents, campus community, general public, alumni, donors, and media).
• Working knowledge of standard office equipment required.
• Computer proficiency required with an emphasis on MS Word documents, spreadsheets, and data management skills.
• Google Workspace for Education Suite of Products: Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms.
• Effective problem-solving skills and the ability to operate independently, prioritize and organize own work schedule, multi-task, and meet established deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills required.
• Ability to delegate work responsibly to others, monitor the work of others, and provide ongoing guidance, and leadership to others.
• The successful candidate for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Unique knowledge of Athletics
• Individual must be able to handle situations with high levels of sensitivity and confidentiality
• Knowledge of the Raisers Edge fundraising software program

Rider University is committed to fostering an inclusive, vibrant living and learning community that embraces students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds and enables them to achieve success.

Rider University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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