About this Administrative Assistant role at Marymount University
At Marymount University, we believe meaningful work happens when talented people come together with shared purpose. We serve not only our students—but one another—creating a culture where teamwork, adaptability, and resilience are part of everyday practice,
Located in Arlington, Virginia, just minutes from Washington, D.C., Marymount offers a dynamic and forward-looking environment where innovation is encouraged and flexibility is valued. We understand that higher education is evolving, and we embrace change with creativity, responsiveness, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
Our faculty and staff thrive in a community that prioritizes communication, cross-functional collaboration, and service-driven leadership. Whether working directly with students or supporting them behind the scenes, every role contributes to a shared mission: helping students grow, succeed, and lead with purpose and confidence.
We are seeking an Administrative Assistant who will manage the day-to-day operations of the School of Nursing Professions office with discretion and independent judgment, including collection, processing and analytics essential for student admissions, progression, graduation, and accreditation reports. This position will serve as a resource for staff in administrative processes across programs within the school.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Formulate data collection tools as needed and then collect, organize, process, and analyze applicable student data associated with admissions, progression, and graduation for department and university assessment and accreditation reports.
Serve as WebAdmit administrator, liaison with Undergraduate and Graduate Admissions.
Monitor and track School budget and expenses assuring compliance with university policies and procedures and maintaining confidentiality of data. Prepares purchase requisitions; processes invoices and check requests; runs monthly financial reports to balance budget; coordinates travel reimbursements; basic interpretation of budget documents
Manages the day-to-day operations of the School office, such as maintaining School calendar, providing general information regarding the university and procedures, answering phone calls and email queries, drafting correspondence; and ordering supplies, classroom and other room assignments; job posting preparation.
Communicates professionally and timely with adjunct faculty and current students regarding School programs including admission requirements and processes, programmatic guidelines, and administrative tasks.
Assists faculty with internal and external grant budget management.
Assists with planning and implementation of special events organization and logistics such as annual interview day, hooding ceremony, and new student orientation.
Has primary responsibility for updating the department web page, preparing weekly department bulletins, event flyers and program banners.
OTHER DUTIES AND ASSIGNMENTS
Serves as public face of School to internal and external stakeholders.
Performs other duties as assigned.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education
Bachelor’s degree required (B.A., B.S.) required, field of Nursing preferred.
Experience
1-2 years of administrative experience; working in Higher Ed a plus. Microsoft Suite experience required; Strong attention to detail and comfortable handling event logistics.
Licenses or Certifications
None.
Financial Responsibility
Reviews and/or approves financial transactions at the function or School level. May require some interpretation of policies. Makes financial decisions within University or accepted accounting guidelines, including review of financial reports, purchasing decisions, contract review/negotiation, etc.
Supervision
None.
Special Knowledge
Event planning and logistics; transcript evaluation; academic program knowledge;
SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS
None
Please note that this role is in-person based in Arlington, VA. Position will be open until filled.
Compensation/Total Rewards
The hourly rate for this position is $20.00 to $24.23 per hour, commensurate with experience. It is competitive, market-based, and aligned with the University’s financial framework, ensuring your skills and experience are recognized and rewarded. But your total compensation goes well beyond your salary. As a valued member of our team, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. This includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; FSA or HSA; employee assistance program; life insurance; short- and long-term disability; contributions to the University’s 403(b) retirement plan; financial planning; identity theft protection; pet insurance; credit union and more. Interested in continuing your education? Our tuition remission program supports your professional growth and lifelong learning, and is also open to covered dependents. On top of that, our generous paid time off plan gives you the flexibility to recharge and maintain balance in your personal and professional life.
Qualified candidates are invited to apply via our career portal by submitting a cover letter addressing their qualifications related to the information listed above, along with a resume.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and employment verification, and other role related requirements such as motor vehicle and/or drug screening.
Marymount University is an equal opportunity employer. Marymount University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected bases under applicable federal and local laws and regulations in any of its programs or its activities, including employment and admission. The university also expressly prohibits any form of sex discrimination and sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, dating and domestic violence, rape, sexual assault, sexual exploitation and stalking in any of its programs or activities, including employment and admission. For more information, please visit: https://marymount.edu/student-life/health-wellness/title-ix-2/
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