Administrative Assistant 2

Job Summary

In 2023, the State of Ohio established and funded the Center for Civics, Culture, and Society at Cleveland State University, with a statutory mission to "conduct teaching and research in the historical ideas, traditions, and texts that have shaped the American constitutional order and society." ORC § 3335.39. The Center for Civics, Culture and Society at Cleveland State University is a multidisciplinary university center that will conduct teaching, research, and public programming concerning the core texts and great debates of Western civilization; the principles, ideals, and institutions of the American political order; and the foundations of responsible leadership and informed citizenship. The Center is an independent academic unit within the University, and one of a growing cadre of similar centers of civic thought and leadership in Ohio and throughout the country. The Center for Civics, Culture, and Society is conducting a search for an Administrative Assistant, a person who will work closely with the leadership team and faculty to build the Center into the flourishing academic community described in ORC § 3335.39. As with all members of the Center, the administrative assistant will support the Center's mission.

Oversees internal office coordination and administrative support, by serving as the first point of contact in the office. Manages scheduling and event coordination for staff and leadership. Processes invoices, purchase orders, reimbursement, and expense reports while assisting with budget monitoring and financial tracking. Assistant with project and program support on administrative tasks. Assists with new employee onboarding. Performs other functionally related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or state recognized equivalent.
• Three (3) years of customer service work experience in an office environment.
• Experience with budgeting and financial tracking.
• Commitment to the Center's statutory mission.
• In-person attendance is required, unless arrangements are agreed upon with the Director.

Preferred Qualifications