Administrative Assistant III - Strategy & Engagement

Administrative Assistant III - Strategy & Engagement

Salary

$38,186.00 - $49,643.00 Annually

Location

Stark State College - Main Campus (North Canton)

Job Type

Full-time Staff (Non-exempt)

Job Number

202600145

Division

Strategy & Engagement

Department

Strategy & Engagement

Opening Date

10/05/2026

Closing Date

10/25/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Stark State College is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Administrative Assistant III to provide advanced administrative and executive-level support to the Vice President of Strategy & Engagement, the Director of Workforce and Career Readiness, and the department. This position plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the Workforce and Career Readiness department by managing complex administrative processes, coordinating communication with internal and external stakeholders, and supporting strategic initiatives that connect students, employers, and the College. The successful candidate will serve as a key point of contact for the department, while helping establish effective processes and administrative practices that support the College's mission and workforce development goals.

Typical Hours of Work:

Typical hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. on our Stark State Main Campus (North Canton).

Annual Pay: $37,808- $49,151, commensurate with experience. This is a 250-day, non-exempt, contract role.

Who We Are:

The positive energy at Stark State College comes from exceptionally dedicated employees who work hard for students. Success for both our employees and our students is the result.

Youll be a Great Fit If:

We are looking for a proactive and highly organized professional who enjoys keeping people, processes, and priorities moving forward. In this role you will bring your strong administrative expertise, excellent communication skills, and sound judgment to support leaders, connect stakeholders, and create reliable systems that help the Workforce and Career Readiness team deliver exceptional service to students, employers, and the College.

Typical Responsibilities Include:

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Vice President of Strategy & Engagement and Director of Workforce and Career Readiness, including managing correspondence, reports, calendars, meetings, and confidential materials.

• Serve as a key point of contact for students, employers, community partners, faculty, staff, and other stakeholders, ensuring inquiries are appropriately routed and receive timely follow-up.

• Coordinate complex calendars, high-level meetings, travel arrangements, and shared departmental activities to support effective communication and collaboration.

• Prepare, proofread, and edit professional reports, presentations, agendas, meeting materials, correspondence, and other official documents.

• Support financial and administrative processes, including expense tracking, purchasing, invoice processing, budget documentation, and account reconciliation.

• Organize and coordinate employer meetings, career events, workshops, and departmental activities, managing logistics, materials, communications, and follow-up.

• Maintain accurate and confidential records, shared tracking tools, contacts, calendars, and administrative deadlines in accordance with College policies and procedures.

• Coordinate the day-to-day administrative operations of the Workforce and Career Readiness department, including office procedures, meeting spaces, supplies, equipment, and incoming requests.

• Identify opportunities to streamline administrative processes, improve communication, and implement best practices that strengthen departmental efficiency and service.

• Support special projects and strategic initiatives led by the Vice President and Director, using sound judgment, discretion, and initiative to help advance the College's workforce and career readiness goals.

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To Be Considered, Youll Need:

Associate degree required (business, office administration, or related field preferred).

Five years of administrative experience, preferably supporting senior executives.

Preferred Qualifications (although not required):

A bachelors degree in business, office administration, or a related field is preferred.

Click Here to View Outstanding Benefits You Can Expect from Stark State College:

Full-time employees can expect excellent medical, dental & vision coverage; paid life and AD&D insurance; state pension/retirement (OPERS/STRS); paid time off, sick leave and paid holidays; paid Stark State tuition, tuition reimbursement and employee assistance program

The work you do at Stark State will matter to the thousands of students who walk through our doors, and eventually across the commencement stage, on their journey to a better tomorrow. Come join us and learn how your aspirations can be part of a better future for them - and you.

We love meeting stellar candidates, so please don't hesitate to apply.

In order to improve hiring efficiency, be more responsive, and help us find the best candidates, Stark State has implemented the use of a few recruiting tools, such as Humanly (formerly Qualifi) and Skill Survey. You may hear from us through one of these platforms during the recruitment process.

Humanly (formerly Qualifi) is a cloud-based phone interviewing platform. Think of this like traditional phone interviews, but faster - allowing us to be more responsive to you, the applicant.

Checking candidates' references for multiple top candidates provides a valuable means of verifying skills and experience represented in resumes and interviews. SkillSurvey Reference, a cloud-based, data-driven solution allows us to access relevant feedback from references provided by our candidates. The chosen references receive job-specific surveys on at least 26 critical behaviors and skills. These behavioral competencies have been scientifically studied and have been shown to correlate with work outcomes.

Stark State College utilizes E-Verify to ensure compliance with applicable employment eligibility laws. E-Verify is an electronic system used to confirm the employment eligibility of new hires. This process will be conducted in accordance with I-9 verification and will be done promptly upon hire for all incoming employees. To understand what E-Verify is and how it works please visit E-Verify.

Please note: Candidates selected for employment must either reside in Ohio or be willing to relocate to Ohio.

Should you have any questions regarding your application or our recruiting and hiring process, please reach out to HR@starkstate.edu.

Medical Benefits

In-Network Deductible Amount:

Individual $350

Family $700

Co-insurance (PPO - in network) 90%

Maximum Out-of-Pocket Amount for In-Network Providers:

Individual $1,400

Family $2,800

Flexible Spending Account Program (FSA)Optional - Health & Dependent Care

Dental Benefits

Calendar Year Maximum Benefit $3,000 per person

Orthodontic Lifetime Maximum Benefit $2,000 per person

Calendar Year Deductible Amount:

Individual $25

Family $75

Co-Payment (after the deductible amount is satisfied):

• Preventative & Diagnostic Services 100% of R & C

Basic Restorative Services 80% of R & C

Major Restorative Services 80% of R & C

Orthodontic Services. 60% of R & C

Vision Benefits

Eye Exams One regular eye exam in a rolling 12-month period, covered at 100%

Lenses One pair in a rolling 12 month period

Single Vision $75 allowance per pair

Bifocal $100 allowance per pair

Trifocal $125 allowance per pair

Lenticular $200 allowance per pair

Frames

Frames frequency limit 1 every rolling 24 months, $170 allowance

Retirement Benefits

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

The Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS), was established to provide a secure retirement for Ohios public employees and their families. OPERS is available to all staff Members. The College contributes 14% of the employees wages for the retirement benefit and the employee contributes 10%.

State Teachers Retirement System

The State Teachers Retirement System (STRS), was established to provide a secure retirement for Ohios public educators. STRS is available to all faculty members. The College contributes 14% of the employees wages for the retirement benefit and the employee contributes 14% of their wages toward the retirement benefit.

Alternative Retirement Plan

Faculty and staff may elect the Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP) in lieu of one of the state plans.

Voluntary Supplemental Retirement Accounts

Stark State College offers supplemental, voluntary savings options to help faculty and staff plan for retirement. Most employees are eligible to participate in the 403(b) and 457(b). These plans allow you to enhance your retirement savings through voluntary pre-tax (state and federal only) contributions to a Tax-Deferred Account (403(b) plan) and Deferred Compensation Program (457(b) plan).

Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

$50,000 (PAID by College)

Voluntary Supplemental Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment

Up to $60,000 (optional - employee paid)

Time Off

Sick Days 1.25 days/month

Holidays 13 paid days per fiscal year

Personal Days 3 paid days per fiscal year

Educational Assistance

Tuition Assistance Employee (after 1-year of service)

Instructional Fees (Stark State tuition) Employee & Dependents

Reciprocal Enrollment Agreement (KSU Stark) Employee

Wellness

Employee Assistance Program Employee & Family

Fitness Center Privileges (KSU Stark) Employee

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Employer Stark State College (OH)

Address 6200 Frank Ave NW

North Canton, Ohio, 44720

Phone 330-494-6170

Website http://www.starkstate.edu