About the role

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This role is for an Administrative Assistant at Iowa State University, primarily supporting the Carrie Chapman Catt Center. Day-to-day tasks include managing calendars, coordinating events, and providing general administrative support to the director and staff. It's an individual contributor role focused on organization and communication.

Good fit

Ideal candidates are those with at least two years of administrative experience, preferably in a higher education or nonprofit setting. Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment will be crucial.

Worth noting

The position involves occasional evening work for events, and there may be some travel for managing exhibits. The role also includes supervising student employees, which adds a layer of responsibility.

Position Title:

Administrative Assistant I

Job Group:

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma or equivalent

Job Description:

The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Iowa State University is seeking applicants for an Administrative Assistant I to support the Carrie Chapman Catt Center (CCCC).

The Carrie Chapman Catt Center for Women and Politics was founded to interest, educate and engage citizens in the political process. The center honors Carrie Chapman Catt—distinguished alumna of Iowa State, leader of the U.S. women’s suffrage movement, crusader for international peace, and advocate for the expansion of women’s rights throughout the world.

The successful candidate will provide administrative support to the Director and three additional staff members in a collegial and supportive environment. The role requires strong organizational abilities; excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills; and the ability to effectively manage competing priorities. The position also involves frequent in-person, phone, and electronic interactions, as well as the ability to respond to multiple real-time requests in a dynamic office setting.

Example of Duties:

Responding to requests and providing general information to visitors, faculty, staff, and students
Managing the director’s calendar and travel
Coordinating and planning Catt Center events, seminars, and programs
Scheduling conference rooms
Initiating and routing visitor paperwork
Hiring and supervising student employees
Liaising with other University offices and programs as needed
Serving as the building supervisor for the unit
Assisting with donor relations and routine correspondence
Managing the Plaza of Heroines
Coordinating the annual Catt Research Prize
Managing the traveling exhibit, Toward a Universal Suffrage (which may include occasional travel)
Assisting with student voter engagement work

Occasional evening work may be required to support events and departmental activities.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree preferred
Two years of administrative or office support experience in a professional, higher education, nonprofit, or customer-facing environment
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate schedules, and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced setting
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented and service-focused environment
Experience coordinating meetings, events, or office operations

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Letter of Application/Cover Letter

Why Choose Iowa State University?
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:

Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
Life insurance and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu, or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Appointment Type:

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

PS805

Original Posting Date:

May 20, 2026

Posting Close Date:

May 27, 2026

Job Requisition Number:

R19238

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu.

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.

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