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Administrative Services Coordinator supporting the Dean’s Office for Buchtel College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Akron, handling scheduling, meetings, correspondence, confidential files, elections, and office supervision. It’s an onsite, non-exempt role in a university setting requiring discretion, strong admin experience, and advanced computer skills. Standout perk: comprehensive benefits including tuition remission for eligible employees and dependents.
Key skills
Calendar managementMeeting coordination (agendas and minutes/materials)Travel arrangementsPreparing correspondence and submissionsConfidential personnel file maintenanceLiaison/stakeholder coordination across departmentsCollege election administrationSupervising office staffAdvanced computer skillsKnowledge of university operations and policies
Pays $22.00 per hour for a non-exempt onsite administrative coordinator role in Akron, OH.
You'll thrive here if you have several years of senior administrative experience, handle confidential matters with discretion, and enjoy coordinating fast-paced, detail-heavy work for a Dean’s Office.
Why apply
- Hourly pay: $22.00
- Tuition remission for dependents
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision
Essential Functions: 30% Maintain calendars, organize meetings, prepare agendas, coordinate special events and make travel arrangements. Inform the Dean of important deadlines and issues. 25% Review and compile materials to be submitted to the OAA and the Board and prepare correspondence. 20% Update and maintain confidential personnel files. 10% Serve as liaison between the Dean’s Office and other departments. 10% Conduct College Elections every Spring and run-off elections in fall as required. 5% Supervise Dean’s Office staff. Additional Position Information: Education: Requires a high school diploma or GED. Experience: Requires a minimum of 4 or more years progressive work experience as a senior administrative assistant or administrative assistant. Requires a broad knowledge of university operations and policies, a high level of discretion, organization, and advanced computer skills. Strong interpersonal skills, problem-solving skills, and research skills required. Ability to adapt to new technology and work in a fast-paced environment required. Supervisory skills preferred. Application Instructions: In order to be considered for this position, please complete the online application and attach your resume. Application Deadline: June 10, 2026. Compensation: The hourly rate for this position is $22.00. FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt): United States of America (Non-Exempt) Union Affiliation (if applicable): For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed: Natasha Kuzmina Email: ________________________________________________________________________ Background Check Statement The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search. Non-Discrimination Statement The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. State of Residence Statement It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio. The University of Akron empowers our people to flourish by delivering an applied and community-connected educational experience and cultivating research excellence. Leveraging our passion and expertise, we create innovative academic opportunities, support the well-being of our students and employees, and prioritize community embeddedness and engagement to impact lives through transformative experience. Through this focus, UA aspires to be the leader in community-focused higher education. The University of Akron is a lifelong learning partner, recognizing and valuing diverse learning experiences and combining traditional classroom experiences with innovative and robust approaches. As Zips, we prioritize the well-being of our students and employees, cultivate a culture and community where all can flourish, and act as responsible stewards of our resources and infrastructure by leveraging data to differentiate our processes and systems. We leverage our urban campus as a responsive and reliable partner to identify and meet the needs of the region. We intentionally contribute to economic and workforce development and civic life through research, innovation and engagement to provide community-embedded experiential learning opportunities that will enhance the UA experience for all students. We welcome candidates who are passionate about shaping and inspiring the next generation of thinkers, experts, artists and leaders. For more information about The University of Akron or the Akron community please visit our About UA page. The University of Akron offers a competitive total compensation package comprised of a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, and paid leave of absences including time off for illness, vacation, and maternity or paternity leave. In addition, eligible employees and their dependents are provided tuition remission. All staff and eligible non-bargaining unit faculty have the option to request a Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA). The University of Akron participates in state retirement systems and offers alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions. Optional investment opportunities are available including deferred compensation programs (403(b) and 457(b)). Please visit our benefits home page for more information.