About the role#
This position supports the administrative assistant for the Department of Nursing. You will work six hours a week during the 2026-27 academic year. Note that this role is not for nursing students.
What you'll do#
- Edit and create documents using Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.
- Coordinate communications for prospective and accepted students.
- Extract data from survey software like Qualtrics and Microsoft Forms.
- Create social media posts in Canva.
- Update the nursing website.
- Maintain department bulletin boards and display cases.
- Keep the nursing conference room clean and organized.
- Run errands on campus and assist faculty with various requests.
What you'll need#
- Strong attention to detail and proofreading skills.
- Working knowledge of Word, Excel, and Canva.
- Experience with social media platforms.
- Ability to maintain consistent and reliable attendance.
- General office experience is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $8.00 per hour.
About Messiah University
Messiah University is a private institution focused on the liberal and applied arts and sciences. Founded in 1909, the school is located on a 471-acre campus in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. It serves students through more than 80 undergraduate majors and various graduate degree programs. The university maintains a staff of 501 to 1,000 employees.
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