Administrative Assistant - MSFT Program

Friends University is committed to work-life balance for its employees by offering flex work options, up to 4 weeks of vacation, 96 hours of sick leave per year, up to 13 1/2 paid holidays, half day Fridays June through July, up to 5% retirement matching, and free undergraduate tuition for you, your spouse, and your dependents.

Friends University is seeking to fill Administrative Assistant MSFT Program position in Kansas City Kansas. This position provides primary support to the MSFT Program Director in coordinating the annual calendar of administrative tasks necessary for efficient offering of the MSFT degree at the Friends University Kansas City Educational Center in Overland Park, Kansas in compliance with COAMFTE national accreditation standards. Works in cooperation with the MSFT Program Director to provide necessary performance data across program, clinical, and assessment domains and to effectively administrate the Friends University Kansas City Educational Center. Work hours are typically 8:30 am to 5:30 pm Monday through Friday.   Thursdays typically require 9:00 am to 6:00 pm to accommodate the weekly instructional schedule.  

Friends University seeks to hire individuals who will embrace our mission and celebrate our commitment to equipping students to honor God in their personal, professional, and spiritual lives by adhering to the University’s RISE Core Values (Respect, Inclusion, Service and Excellence).  The mission of the University is:

Friends University, a Christian University of Quaker heritage, equips students to honor God and serve others by integrating their intellectual, spiritual, and professional lives.

Three years administrative assistant or secretarial experience required; five years preferred.  Background in office management, medical or mental health environment and/or higher education desired.  Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet software, and database experience preferred (Microsoft Office products including PowerPoint and Excel preferred).

A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills are necessary, including strong skills in collaborating positively with (a) persons of various positions and status across the University, and (b) a smaller, immediate work group. Ability to maintain confidential information in a professional manner is required.

Please visit our employment site at https://www.friends.edu/employment-opportunities/ to apply.  Only applications submitted through this Friends University website application process will be accepted.

Friends University aspires to be a model of excellence in higher education. As an expression of our Christian faith, we aim to prepare our students for success in a diverse and interconnected world by providing transformative learning experiences that embrace different viewpoints. As we seek individuals to join our Friends University community, we encourage candidates who share our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion to apply. Join us as we continue on this journey towards a more just and inclusive future for all.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Friends University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.