Administrative Assistant

Position Information

University Code 35111 University Title Student Services Coordinator 1 University Job Family Student Services ORP Eligible No For more information on ORP, visit: Retirement Plans
Recruitment Pool All Applicants Recruitment Type Single Title Scope of Search Local Working Title Administrative Assistant Position Number 591220 Position Type Staff Job Status Full-Time FLSA Indicator Non-Exempt Employee Group University Employee Department School of Medicine Organizational Overview

At VCU, we Make it Real through learning, research, creativity, service and discovery — the hallmarks of the VCU experience. A premier, urban, public research university nationally recognized as one of the best employers for diversity, VCU is a great place to work. It’s a place of opportunity, where your success is supported and your career can thrive. VCU offers employees a generous leave package, career paths for advancement, competitive pay, and an opportunity to do mission-driven work.

Position Primary Purpose and General Responsibilities

The primary responsibility of this position is to provide administrative support for the Premedical Graduate Sciences Certificate Program ( CERT ) and its director. In addition, the successful applicant will act as the administrative assistant to the Senior Associate Dean of Research and Research Training and support the administrative efforts of the Office of Research in general during peak periods.

Minimum Hiring Standards

- Must have the ability to work independently, relying on good judgment and professional skills to manage correspondence and meet deadlines;
- Familiarity with information systems, use of complex spreadsheets, word processing, and social media;
- Must have working knowledge base of biomedical terminology;
- Ability to work in a diverse environment required;
- Strong interpersonal skills;
- Excellent multitasking skills;
- Strong written and verbal communication skills;
- Writing ability that demonstrates attention to audience, tone, nuance and detail;
- Ability to work effectively while juggling several assignments simultaneously.

Preferred Hiring Standards

- Advanced computer skills;
- Familiarity with graduate education;
- Familiarity medical education.
- Bachelor’s Degree

Required Licenses/ Certifications Anticipated Hiring Range $33,000 - $36,000 Application Process/Additional Information Campus MCV Campus Hours/Week 40 Normal Work Days/Hours M-F Job Open Date 11/20/2020 Posting will close on or before Open Until Filled Yes Job Category Administrative/ Secretarial/ Clerical Is this a restricted position? No Is this position eligible to participate in alternative work arrangements? No Sensitive Position No Resource Critical Yes Quick Link http://www.vcujobs.com/postings/101849 Posting Specific Questions

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1. * Please rank your proficiency with: a. Microsoft Outlook? [Likert scale of 1-5] b. Excel? [Likert scale of 1-5] c. Word? [Likert scale of 1-5] d. Google email? [Likert scale of 1-5] e. Zoom? [Likert scale of 1-5]
   
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2. * Have you previously used Banner, eVA, Real Source, and/or Christopherson?
   
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3. * Please describe your experience working in higher education and/or with adult learners.
   
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4. * Please describe your experience coordinating large events
   
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5. * How do you manage constantly changing priorities of multiple stakeholders?
   
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Optional & Required Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
2. Resume

Optional Documents