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Program Assistant (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute)

Johns Hopkins University • Columbia, Maryland, United States • $15 - $22 / hour • 1w ago

Affiliated Office Address

Columbia, MD, United States

Requisition ID

122453

Date Created

September 09, 2026

Job Family

Administrative Services

Job Subfamily

General Admin Suppt

Job Function

Clerical/Administrative Support

Exempt Status

Non-Exempt

Shift Type

Casual / On Call

Schedule

Monday-Wednesday 9am-3:30pm

Worksite

25-MD:JH at Columbia Center

Work Modality

On-site: 90-100% of hours worked on-site

We are seeking a Program Assistant who will provide basic administrative and operational support for a specific program within a department. The Program Assistant supports the planning and daily operations of the program.

This position is based in various locations throughout Howard County, Maryland. Traveling to different locations will be required.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Provide support for outreach activities and internal events; assist with preparation of materials, set-up and breakdown, and participate as needed at events and activities.
Assist with data entry, report production, and basic analysis of program results.
Assist with development and distribution of program communications.
Respond to or elevate questions and provide customer service through email and by phone.
Contact service personnel or other resources for program needs.
Monitor supply inventory and order supplies.
Operate and coordinate the servicing of office equipment.
Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or graduation equivalent.
Six months of related experience.
Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications

Good written communication and proofreading skills.
Professional customer service manner.

Technical Qualifications & Specialized Certifications

Highly proficient with Microsoft Office programs including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency

Customer Service - Developing
Data Entry - Developing
Electronic Office Tools - Developing
Event Coordination - Developing
Financial Administration - Developing
Office Procedures - Developing
Office Supply Management - Developing
Oral and Written Communications - Developing

The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.

Classified Title: Program Assistant
Role/Level/Range: ATO 37.5/02/OB
Starting Salary Range: $15.80 - $22.80 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Casual / On Call
Schedule: Monday-Wednesday 9am-3:30pm
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Columbia, MD
Department name: Osher Gift Program
Personnel area: School of Arts & Sciences

Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Education and Experience Equivalency
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

Applicants Completing Studies
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

Diversity and Inclusion
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.

Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Accommodation Information
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Vaccine Requirements
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The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
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