<p>Req Id: 36242</p> <p>Job Title: MMRL Education, Events & Admin Assistant</p> <p>City: West Lafayette</p> <p>Job Description:</p> <p>Job Summary</p> <p>This role will provide high-level administrative support for an individual, group of professionals, department, program or other administrative function. Independently perform non-routine administrative functions exercising discretion, such as coordinate events, conduct searches for information, or prepare reports. You will draft and edit correspondence, promotional materials or presentations, and may monitor the operating budget and maintain financial records. Handle non-routine inquiries and issues from internal and external sources. Provide functional or administrative supervision over other support positions, and may serve in a lead capacity for assigned program or for special projects.</p> <p>What You'll Be Doing:</p> <ul> <li>Supporting day-to-day administrative activities in the MMRL to help our community meet or exceed team performance objectives </li><li>Set and manage annual education and events calendar </li><li>Develop and implement suite of education programs for the MMRL </li><li>Meet or exceed target for program revenue in FY </li><li>Support technical outreach by planning and coordinating MMRL related conferences and events </li><li>Perform non-routine administrative functions; conduct research, prepare reports and presentations, respond to information requests, and manage correspondence </li><li>Maintain calendars, schedule complex meetings, prepare agendas, and collect and provide support materials </li><li>Respond to non-routine inquiries and issues from internal and external sources; draft and edit correspondence </li><li>Develop, implement, and maintain/improve processes related to administrative support operations (e.g., records maintenance, data collection and maintenance, etc.) to ensure compliance with University policies and procedures </li><li>Coordinate the logistics of various programs, projects, workshops, events, and presentations </li><li>Arrange travel, order supplies, and ensure proper functioning of office equipment </li><li>Update and maintain mailing lists, databases and websites </li><li>Supervise, mentor and train other support staff </li><li>May monitor operating budget and maintain financial records </li></ul> <p>About Us:</p> <p>The Manufacturing and Materials Research Laboratories (MMRL) at Purdue features state-of-the-art experimental facilities for physical domain manufacturing that will increase collaboration with industries and foundations, accelerate tech commercialization in manufacturing and attract top talent.</p> <p>As one of the first offshoots of Purdue's new eXcellence in Manufacturing and Operations (XMO) initiative, MMRL will focus on manufacturing research and experimentation. Together MMRL and XMO are vital components of a renaissance in U.S. manufacturing, logistics and supply chains - part of our nation's fresh commitment to revitalizing its industrial legacy, by linking physical, digital and sustainable manufacturing into a resilient, sustainable ecosystem that ensures jobs and national security.</p> <p>What We're Looking For:</p> <p>Education and Experience</p> <p>Qualified candidates will need:</p> <ul> <li>Requires a high school diploma/GED </li><li>Four (4) years of experience in an administrative support role </li></ul> <p>Skills needed:</p> <ul> <li>Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills </li><li>Ability to handle frequent interruptions, balance multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality </li><li>Strong organizational and time management skills and attention to detail </li><li>Advanced computer and related software skills to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet, etc </li><li>Ability to collaborate and communicate with individuals at all levels within and external to the university to support department needs </li><li>Ability to interpret policies and procedures to proactively resolve issues or improve processes </li><li>Ability to identify problems and implement or recommend solutions </li><li>Drafting, proofreading and editing skills </li><li>Ability to lead others and provide direction and constructive feedback </li></ul> <p>Additional Information:</p> <ul> <li>Purdue's benefits summary https://www.purdue.edu/hr/Benefits/ </li><li>Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position </li><li>A background check will be required for employment in this position </li><li>This was formerly classified as an operational/technical position; an internal lateral transfer will retain same benefit standing </li><li>FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime) </li><li>Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan </li><li>Purdue University is an EO/EA University </li></ul> <p>Who We Are:</p> <p>Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.</p> <p>Career Stream</p> <p>Administrative and Operational Support 4</p> <p>Compensation Information:</p> <p>Pay Band S055</p> <p>Job Code#20002332</p> <p>Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/index.php</p> <p>FLSA Status</p> <p>Non-Exempt</p> <p>Apply now</p> <p>Posting Start Date: 2/27/25</p>