Faculty Administrative Assistant

research, and service activities. Prepare, edit, and proofread correspondence, course materials, and other documents. Assist with class preparation and coordinate seminars, workshops, meetings, and events. Maintain faculty websites and coordinate travel arrangements and reimbursements. Serve as a liaison among faculty, staff, students, University departments, and external partners. Collaborate with the administrative team to provide exceptional service, share responsibilities, and ensure smooth daily operations. This is a full-time (39 hours/week), 10-month (employee will be off during the months of June and July) endowed position based in Ithaca, NY. This position follows a 4:1 campus-to-home hybrid work arrangement. However, the first 60-90 days will be fully on-site. This hybrid work arrangement is subject to change at any time. Typical work hours are 7:30am-4:00pm or 8:00am-4:30pm. About the Cornell Law School Founded in 1887, Cornell Law School is a top-tier law school. We offer a 3-year JD program for about 200 students per class, a one-year LLM program for about 90 students from countries throughout the world, and a doctoral (JSD) program for about 2-3 new students per year. Cornell Law School has 41 tenured and tenure-track faculty, including 20 with chaired faculty positions; and 15 clinical professors in the legal research and writing program and in clinics at the local, national, and international level. What We Need We are seeking a team member who brings a positive, collaborative approach and a strong commitment to service and professionalism. The ideal candidate is resourceful, solution-focused, and dedicated to supporting others and contributing to the team's success. Additionally, you will have: An Associate's Degree, and 2-4 years of experience or equivalent combination. The ability to work successfully under pressure in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting, handling multiple tasks with differing deadlines, and prioritizing work on projects happening simultaneously. Excellent written and oral communication skills, along with organizational, planning, time management, and interpersonal skills. Strong service orientation and attention to detail. The ability to interact well with diverse populations. Experience handling high volumes of work during peak periods. Experience resolving problems, using sound judgment. The ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, presentation, and electronic communications, and a willingness to learn new software as required. If you possess these experiences and skills this may be the role for you! There are a few other qualifications we would view as incredibly helpful in this role, to include: Proficiency in word processing and event coordination. Experience with Westlaw, Lexis Nexis, Concur, eShop, WordPress, Canvas, and Cornell procurement and accounting systems. A cover letter and resume are required for consideration for this position. Rewards and Benefits Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. University Job Title: Administrative Asst IV Job Family: Administration Level: D Pay Rate Type: Hourly Pay Range: $26.41 - $30.69 Remote Option Availability: Hybrid Company: Endowed Contact Name: Jamie Doss Contact Email: jjd293@cornell.edu Job Titles and Pay Ranges: Non-Union Positions Noted pay ranges reflect the potential pay opportunity for each job profile. The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria: Prior relevant work or industry experience Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position Unique applicable skills Academic Discipline Union Positions Current Employees: Online Submission Guidelines : Employment Assistance: Notice to Applicants: EEO Statement: Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of "... any person ... any study." 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