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Pace Transportation

Service Admin

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$24 - $29/hr

The Service Administrator willbe responsible forhandling administrative tasks related to customer ... Associate'sdegreeinbusinessadministrationor arelatedfieldisa plus. * Minimum of2yearsofexperiencein ...

Pace Transportation

Service Admin

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$24 - $29/hr

The Service Administrator willbe responsible forhandling administrative tasks related to customer ... Associate'sdegreeinbusinessadministrationor arelatedfieldisa plus. * Minimum of2yearsofexperiencein ...

Envista

Systems Administrator

Carmel, IN · On-site

As a Systems Administrator at enVista, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth ... Our associates are at the forefront of commerce, supply chain, and technology-developing smart ...

enVista

Systems Administrator

Carmel, IN

Our associates are at the forefront of commerce, supply chain, and technology--developing smart, sustainable solutions that improve profitability and positively impact the world. We support our ...

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How much do admin associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for admin associate in Indiana is $19.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.01 and $19.90 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an admin associate?

Admin Associates, also known as Administrative Associates, are professionals who provide essential administrative and clerical support to ensure the smooth operation of an office or organization. Their responsibilities often include managing schedules, organizing files, preparing documents, and assisting with communication between staff and clients. Admin Associates play a key role in maintaining office efficiency and supporting the work of managers and other team members. They may also handle data entry, coordinate meetings, and perform basic bookkeeping tasks as needed.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an admin associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Admin Associate, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in office administration, often supported by a high school diploma or an associate degree. Familiarity with office software like Microsoft Office Suite, email systems, and sometimes basic database or scheduling tools is typically required. Excellent communication, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities help set top candidates apart. These skills ensure efficient office operations, smooth workflow, and effective support for teams and management.

What are some common challenges admin associates face when managing multiple priorities, and how are they typically addressed?

Admin Associates often juggle numerous tasks such as scheduling meetings, preparing reports, and handling communications, which can make prioritization challenging. To address this, many organizations provide training on time management tools and encourage clear communication with supervisors regarding urgent tasks. Team collaboration and regular check-ins also help ensure workload is distributed evenly and deadlines are met efficiently. Proactively seeking clarification and keeping organized records are key strategies Admin Associates use to stay on top of their responsibilities.

What is the difference between Admin Associate vs Administrative Assistant?

AspectAdmin AssociateAdministrative Assistant
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma; some roles may prefer associate degreeHigh school diploma; some roles may prefer associate degree
Work EnvironmentOffice settings across various industriesOffice settings across various industries
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in corporate, healthcare, education sectorsCommon in corporate, healthcare, education sectors
Job ResponsibilitiesSupporting administrative tasks, data entry, schedulingHandling correspondence, scheduling, filing, customer service

Both roles support administrative functions in similar environments, often with overlapping duties. An Admin Associate may have a broader scope or more specialized tasks depending on the organization, while an Administrative Assistant typically focuses on clerical support. The titles are often used interchangeably, but the specific responsibilities can vary by employer.

What are the most commonly searched types of Admin jobs in Indiana?

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Infographic showing various Admin Associate job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,170 per year, or $19.3 per hour.

Student Affairs Administrator, Associate

West Lafayette, IN • On-site

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$16.75 - $21/hr

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Posted 10 days ago

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Student Affairs Administrator, Associate
City: West Lafayette
Job Description:
Job Summary
The Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture (HLA) is seeking a Student Success Specialist. In this role, you will manage student-facing (undergraduate) support activities within the academic unit, including activities related to recruiting, retention, student success, student awards, and scholarships. You will enhance the efforts of, and makes referrals to, university support offices providing centralized student success services, be responsible for the creation and implementation of student recruiting activities within the academic unit in collaboration with HLA faculty and staff and university and college admissions recruiting activities and serve as Schedule Deputy for the department.
What You'll Be Doing:
  • Managing student success programs within the academic unit to assist undergraduate students with achieving a variety of goals including academic, leadership, social or career focused objectives
  • Collecting, analyzing, and reporting student success metrics
  • Under immediate supervision, exercises independent judgement in the development of new resources/programs or enhancement of existing resources/programs to improve student success, celebrate student achievement, strengthen student retention, and build student community within the unit
  • Coordinating with academic advisors and faculty to discover and respond to factors adversely affecting student success and provide guidance to students to overcome barriers to success
  • Proactively designing, recommending and implementing improvements to programming in conjunction with program leads and academic advisor
  • Assessing outcome of current activities and establishing, implementing and facilitating new or updated activities
  • Serving as the unit's scholarship and student awards coordinator and managing the unit's internal scholarship selection process
  • Evaluating scholarship selection process and designs and recommending updates to improve effective and efficiencies
  • Ensuring all HLA courses are scheduled appropriately
  • Overseeing large lecture room requests, grade reminders, and other related duties
  • Working with undergraduate chair and program leads to assure course scheduling meets student needs, managing Curriculog, course modifications and other curricular issues related to scheduling
  • Onboarding and managing a minimum of one student worker for the Student Success office
  • Assigning tasks and projects, ensuring completion of projects is accurate and on time
  • Serving as the Advisor to the HLA Ambassadors
  • Creating and maintaining a schedule of events for the ambassadors and monitors involvement to ensure each student is sharing the responsibility of the required events
  • Attending multiple annual education events and career fairs for Purdue students and 4-H and FFA student groups of all ages
  • Attending High School career fairs within the area as well as Industry career fairs annually at Newfields Botanical Gardens
  • Coordinating and successfully executing annual events for the HLA department including but not limited to, Undergraduate Welcome Dinner, Col of Ag Boiler Gold Rush Carnival, Awards Ceremony and Graduate Celebration, Senior Recognition Reception

What We're Looking For:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Education, or related field
  • 6 months of experience serving in a student support role in an educational setting
  • In lieu of degree, an equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered (Associates + 2.5 years of experience; HS/GED + 4.5 years of experience)
  • Strong initiative with an ability to work independently
  • Familiarity with higher education student success issues and programs, student retention tools, scheduling and academic and co-curricular activities
  • Ability to manage projects and processes involving multiple stakeholders
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to relate well to students, develop rapport, trust, and work within a shared decision-making model with the students
  • Ability to work effectively with individuals from different viewpoints and backgrounds and teamwork in daily work activity
  • Ability to analyze, interpret, and implement university policies and procedures
  • Excellent time management, organizational and problem-solving skills
  • Must represent the university with professionalism, tact, and diplomacy at all levels

Nice to Have:
  • Experience with scheduling and curricular management

What We'd Like You to Know:
  • Learn more about Purdue's benefits summary
  • Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
  • A Background Check is required for employment in this position
  • FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
  • Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contributions Waiting Period

Career Stream
Professional 1
  • Pay Band: S050
  • Job Code: 20002133

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