Administrative Assistant III

The Administrative Assistant III serves as the primary operational support for the Chair of the Ophthalmology Department at Howard University, facilitating communication between faculty, staff, students, and external stakeholders. This role involves managing complex administrative tasks including budget preparation, grant applications, conference coordination, and human resources documentation for attending physicians. The position requires strong organizational skills, discretion with confidential information, and proficiency in office software to ensure the smooth functioning of the department's academic and clinical activities.