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Administrative Assistant (Part-Time)

Lackawanna College

#Data Entry #Purchasing #Higher Education #Requisition Processing #Academic Affairs #Student Information Systems #Jenzabar #Curriculum Maps #Administrative Workflow

Quick overview

Provide administrative support to the Academic Affairs Office through accurate data entry and system maintenance. Key tasks include updating curriculum maps, course learning outcomes, and instructor records within institutional systems.

Requirements summary

A high school diploma is required, while an associate or bachelor's degree is preferred. Prior experience in administrative work or data entry, specifically with databases like Jenzabar, is a plus.

high schoolassociate degreebachelor degreeAttention To DetailRecord KeepingOrganizationData EntryAdministrative SupportProfessional CommunicationSystem MaintenancePurchasing SupportCurriculum Mapping

Job description

Lackawanna college has been voted one of the

“best places to work in pa” for 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2023, 2024, and 2025!

Lackawanna College is a private, accredited college serving the people of Northeastern Pennsylvania. Our main campus is located in downtown Scranton, and our footprint includes satellite centers in 10 locations around Pennsylvania!

Our mission is to provide a quality education to all persons who seek to improve their lives and better the communities in which they live. We provide our students with a direct path to a bachelor’s degree, associate degree, or one of many different professional certifications. Additionally, our Continuing Education department helps put the people of Northeastern Pennsylvania back to work with modern career skills. Lackawanna is also one of the most cost-efficient regional higher education institutions.

If our mission inspires you, and you are willing to go the extra mile to help our students succeed, please feel free to apply for this or future employment opportunities for which you meet the minimum qualifications. Please know that only the candidates who meet the minimum qualifications can be considered, and only those selected for interviews will be contacted by a college representative. No phone calls, please.

Essential functions, primary responsibilities and objectives

The Part-Time Administrative Assistant provides support to the Academic Affairs Office through accurate data entry, system maintenance, and administrative assistance. This position plays a key role in maintaining curriculum, course, and instructor data within institutional systems and supporting basic operational processes such as requisitions and purchasing. This role requires a high level of attention to detail, organization, and the ability to follow established procedures and timelines.

Essential functions

Perform textbook adoption entry within designated systems in a timely and accurate manner
Enter and maintain curriculum maps as directed
Input and update Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) in institutional systems
Enter and maintain instructor records in student information systems
Provide general data entry support for Academic Affairs initiatives and projects
Assist with requisition processing and basic purchasing support as directed
Maintain organized records and ensure accuracy of entered data
Follow established procedures and timelines to support departmental needs
Perform other related duties as assigned

Key competencies

Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
Ability to follow directions and established processes consistently
Basic understanding of administrative workflows and data systems
Organizational skills and ability to manage repetitive tasks efficiently
Professional communication skills
Ability to work independently in a part-time capacity

Education

High school diploma required
Coursework toward or completion of an associate or bachelor’s degree preferred

Experience

Prior administrative or data entry experience preferred
Experience working with databases or systems (e.g., Jenzabar or similar) is a plus

Applications will only be accepted via online method by clicking the link below. Deadline for applications, June 26, 2026. No phone calls, please.

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In compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and all other applicable non-discrimination laws, Lackawanna College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran’s status, or genetic information in its educational programs and activities, admissions, and with regard to employment.

Lackawanna College is an accredited, private, non-profit educational institution providing opportunities for career and personal development within selected associates degree, certificate and continuing education program.