Top 652 Higher education Jobs in Fairfield, Ct

Administrative Services Assistant
Connecticut State Community College —Bridgeport, CT
- $56,881 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
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Library - Library User Services Assistant
Sacred Heart University —Fairfield, CT
- Weekends as needed
- Management
- Customer service
- Maintenance
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Horizons - High School Student Success Advisor
Sacred Heart University —Fairfield, CT
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- High school
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Jandrisevits Learning Ctr. - Test Proctor
Sacred Heart University —Fairfield, CT
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- US work authorization
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Admissions - Admissions Counselor
Sacred Heart University —Fairfield, CT
- Weekends as needed
- CRM software
- Spanish
- Clean driving record
Undergraduate Admissions Officer
University of Bridgeport —Bridgeport, CT
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Office
- Microsoft Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
4d
Veteran Services Associate
Connecticut State Community College —Norwalk, CT
- $43.70 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
13d
Sr. Administrative Assistant
Yale University —New Haven, CT
- $31.83 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
Associate Director, Office of Student Academic Success
University of Bridgeport —Bridgeport, CT
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
3d
Student Life & Activities Operations Coordinator, Fairfield Prep
Fairfield University —Fairfield, CT
- Online Application
- Background check
- High school
- Mid-level
Graduate Admissions Officer
University of Bridgeport —Bridgeport, CT
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Sr. Administrative Assistant II, Faculty Affairs
Yale University —Orange, CT
- $35.64 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Background check
- Microsoft Outlook
- Free parking
7d
Faculty and Academic Affairs Assistant
Yale University —New Haven, CT
- $31.83 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- High school
- Mid-level
16h
Grants Administrator
Yale University —New Haven, CT
- $68,000 - $120,500 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Background check
- Customer service
- Mid-level
Museum Educator
Connecticut State Community College —Bridgeport, CT
- $52.35 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
Admissions Support Representative
University of New Haven —West Haven, CT
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- 1 year
- Communication skills
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Financial Literacy Coordinator
University of Bridgeport —Bridgeport, CT
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Finance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Events Coordinator
University of New Haven —West Haven, CT
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Horizons - High School Program Manager
Sacred Heart University —Fairfield, CT
- Weekends as needed
- School experience
- High school
- Bachelor's degree
Clinical Secretary
Yale University —New Haven, CT
- $28.43 an hour
- Full-time
- Remote
- Background check
- Spanish
- High school
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Administrative Services Assistant

Connecticut State Community College -
Bridgeport, CT

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Job Details

Full-time
$56,881 a year
23 hours ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Finance
Microsoft Teams
Accounting and finance experience
Technical Proficiency
Office experience

Full Job Description

About CT State

Connecticut State Community College (CT State) was launched on July 1, 2023, through the consolidation of Connecticut’s 12 community colleges. With campuses and satellite locations statewide, CT State serves all 169 towns and neighboring states. As the largest community college in New England, CT State is committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible education that supports students’ academic, career, and personal success.

For more information about CT State Community College and the campus please visit Home - CT State

Position Details

Posted: July 31, 2026
Level: Community College Professional 14, 12-month, tenure track position
Employment Type: Standard
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Anticipated Start Date: October 2026
Work Location: CT State Housatonic (900 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport, CT 06604)
Work Modality: On-site; Position is not remote
Closing Date: Applications must be submitted by 5:00pm (EST) on Wednesday, August 12, 2026.

Position Summary

The Administrative Services Assistant is responsible for a wide range of procurement, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, cashiering, and administrative services at a Community College.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Director or Associate Director of Finance and Administrative Services or other administrator, the Administrative Services Assistant is accountable for the effective performance in these essential functional areas:

Key responsibilities include:

Procurement and accounts payable
Accounts Receivable and cashiering
Scheduling events and facilities
Inventory/asset management

Additional responsibilities include:

Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies
Service on assigned committees and task forces
Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings which may occur during evenings and weekends.

This posting outlines qualifications, experience, and skills but is not limited to the full specifications in the official job description.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in an appropriately related field and up to three (3) of relevant experience; or a combination of education, training and experience which would lead to the competencies required for successful performance of the position’s essential duties.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Experience working in a cashiers, finance, financial aid, or other similar financial and/or business office
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience using Event Management software e.g. EMS.
Experience planning, organizing, and executing full cycle events management including billing and receivables.
Experience using financial database software to process financial transactions, e.g., Banner
Experience in a Higher Education environment.

Salary and Benefits

Salary $56,881 approximate annual

CT State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Generous leave policies
Multiple retirement plan options
Comprehensive health insurance choices
Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection
Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)

For more information, visit: CSCU - Human Resources - Future Employees.

Application Instructions

To apply, please submit the following:

A cover letter
A current resume

In your cover letter, you must clearly address how your experience and skills align with each of the required and preferred qualifications. The cover letter may be entered as text in the application system or uploaded as a single combined file with the resume.

Your resume must include the names of three (3) current professional references, including their titles, email addresses, and telephone numbers.

Important Notes:

Incomplete applications or those submitted after the closing date will not be considered
Links to external resume or profile sites will not be accepted
Apply online at: www.ct.edu/hr/jobs
CT State Community College cannot sponsor work visas.
Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States

Selection Process

After the closing date, applications will be reviewed by a selection committee. Candidates selected for further consideration will be those who best meet the minimum and preferred qualifications and who submitted all required materials by the deadline.

The selection process may include interviews and practical exercises (e.g., written, technical, or simulation exercises). Finalists will be recommended to the Hiring Manager for final selection.

Background Screening

Employment offers are contingent upon:

Proof of eligibility to work under the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA)
Successful completion of a background check, including granting permission to contact current and previous employers for verification, reference checks, criminal history, and, when applicable, credit or driving history checks

CT State is committed to maintaining a safe campus community.

Equity Statement

Connecticut State Community College commits to bold and disruptive change by actively identifying, naming, and dismantling structural racism, systemic poverty, and other barriers; establishing equitable and anti-racist policies and practices; and empowering students, faculty, staff, and administrators to advance racial, social, and economic justice. Our core collective responsibility is to continuously assess practices and policies and transform the world we live in by eliminating inequities.

Continuing Notice of Nondiscrimination

CT State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, national origin, gender identity or expression, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, intellectual disability, physical disability (including but not limited to blindness), present or past history of mental disability, prior criminal record, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, retaliation for previously opposed discrimination or coercion, veteran status, victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and/or trafficking or any other federal or state protected class in its employment, programs, and activities, unless the provisions of Section 46a-80(b) or 46a-81(b) of the Connecticut General Statutes are controlling or there are bona fide occupational qualifications excluding persons in one of the above protected groups.

For information regarding the nondiscrimination, disability, and Title IX policies/procedures, contact: Nicholas D'Agostino, Director of Equity and Civil Rights, CT State Community College, 185 Main Street, New Britain, CT 06051, 860-612-7075 or [email protected].

CSCC IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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