Harvard University
Faculty Administrative Assistant
Boston, MA, United States · Mid
No sponsorship$58k-$63kDetected 1 day ago
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88Lottery-free
Cap-exempt (no lottery)100
Sponsors year-round90
Entry-level history60
PERM / green-card track50
Fits your clock70
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About the role
- It is among the world's most trusted sources of management education and thought leadership.
- Are you excited by the idea of joining a world-class organization at the intersection of higher education and business?
- HBS expects all staff to be onsite 3 days per week and departments provide onsite coverage Monday - Friday.
Responsibilities
- Support for families and caregivers
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- 3+ years of experience working in an administrative, clerical, executive support, coordination, or related professional capacity is required.
- A cover letter is required to be considered for this opportunity.
Nice to have
- You have a willingness to work in a collaborative work environment supporting a variety of faculty, colleagues, and changing assignments based on business needs
- You are proficient in navigating and using major social media platforms (such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok) for basic content creation, audience engagement, and trend analysis
Skills
- You set a high bar for yourself with attention to detail, confidentiality, and strong customer service
- You work well independently and also contribute as a valuable team member with an attitude focused on helping others
- People describe you as reliable and resourceful - you always follow through and strive to surpass expectations
- You can adapt quickly to changing staffing assignments, responsibilities, tasks, and feedback
- Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week, overtime eligible
- Composes, prepares, and edits professional correspondence that is sometimes confidential
- Coordinates complex travel arrangements, itineraries, and travel visas
- Prepares, tracks, and processes expense reimbursements in a timely and accurate manner
- May organize and plan logistics for seminars series, research conferences and other unit events
- Being responsible for other duties as assigned
Compensation
- $58,000 - $63,000, commensurate with experience
- Salary Grade and Ranges
- This position is salary grade level 053.
- Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.
Benefits
- Our benefits include, but are not limited to:
- Generous paid time off including parental leave
- Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
- Retirement plans with university contributions
- Wellbeing and mental health resources
- Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
- Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks
- Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page.
Company info
- We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.
- Harvard Business School, located on a 40-acre campus in Boston, was founded in 1908 as part of Harvard University.
- We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives.
Equal opportunity
- EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement
- Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
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