Administrative Assistant

Role Overview

• Performs a variety of complex administrative tasks involving some discretion and requiring moderate amounts of independent judgment related to the oversight of the daily operations of a University administrative unit
• Supports functions of both the Dean's Office and Departments in the College of Education, Health and Society
• Monitors and reviews operations of unit; ensures smooth work flow; ensures work product meets professional standards
• Serves as informational resource to staff; investigates and resolves problems or difficulties related to area of expertise
• Assists University staff, faculty, and students; answers inquiries and provides information
• Oversees staff; assists in the enforcement of policies and procedures; establishes schedules and reviews performance
• Gathers and analyzes statistical information regarding department's programs and activities; produces reports
• May assist in the performance of various financial and budgetary tasks including preparing and monitoring budgets, preparing fiscal reports, or processing payments; may maintain inventory of supplies
• May assist in the performance of personnel related tasks

Requirements

• Requires nine months of coursework or training beyond high school in Business Administration
• Three years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and expertise
• Knowledge of unit's operations, policies, and procedures
• Supervisory skills
• Knowledge of computer and office applications
• Research skills

Benefits

• Benefit Eligible