Administrative Assistant I
- Employer
- Alcorn State University
- Location
- Mississippi, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Sep 19, 2022
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Academic Affairs, Academic Administration, Business & Administrative Affairs, Business & Administrative Support
- Employment Level
- Administrative
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Job Details
Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
Administrative Assistant I
FLSA Status
Salaried Non Exempt
Posted Salary Range
Employment Status
Full Time
Department
School of Arts & Sciences
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Chairs of the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, the Administrative Assistant supports the overall mission and goals of the departments, implementation of administrative services provided to students, faculty, staff, administration and the general public.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Familiar with basic Microsoft office applications (i.e., Word, Excel, Power Point), Banner, knowledge of database management, excellent communication skills (i.e., both oral and written), word processing/data entry
Essential Job Functions
Coordinating activities for department projects or programs
Preparing and archiving agendas, meeting minutes, and student/class information
Preparing purchasing, EPAF and travel requisitions
Keeping timesheet information
Maintaining schedules and calendars, arranging and confirming appointments
Handling mail and answering phone
Managing department inventory of equipment and materials
Opening labs/department offices in the morning and closing labs/department offices in the afternoon
Performing other office jobs assigned by the department chair
Qualifications
An associate degree or higher degree;
1-3 years experience as an office professional in an academic setting is
preferred.
Licensing and Certifications
N/A
Physical Requirements
Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas
No
Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds
Occasionally
Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds
Occasionally
Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds
Not Required
Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds
Not Required
Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds
Not Required
Travel
Not Required
Extended Work Hours
Occasionally
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S862
Number of Vacancies
1
Location
Lorman
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
09/19/2022
Close Date
10/08/2022
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO Statement
Alcorn State University
Equal Employment Opportunity and Notice of Non-Discrimination
Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
Advertising Summary
Excellent Benefits Package
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Position Information
Job Title
Administrative Assistant I
FLSA Status
Salaried Non Exempt
Posted Salary Range
Employment Status
Full Time
Department
School of Arts & Sciences
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Chairs of the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, the Administrative Assistant supports the overall mission and goals of the departments, implementation of administrative services provided to students, faculty, staff, administration and the general public.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Familiar with basic Microsoft office applications (i.e., Word, Excel, Power Point), Banner, knowledge of database management, excellent communication skills (i.e., both oral and written), word processing/data entry
Essential Job Functions
Coordinating activities for department projects or programs
Preparing and archiving agendas, meeting minutes, and student/class information
Preparing purchasing, EPAF and travel requisitions
Keeping timesheet information
Maintaining schedules and calendars, arranging and confirming appointments
Handling mail and answering phone
Managing department inventory of equipment and materials
Opening labs/department offices in the morning and closing labs/department offices in the afternoon
Performing other office jobs assigned by the department chair
Qualifications
An associate degree or higher degree;
1-3 years experience as an office professional in an academic setting is
preferred.
Licensing and Certifications
N/A
Physical Requirements
Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas
No
Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds
Occasionally
Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds
Occasionally
Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds
Not Required
Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds
Not Required
Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds
Not Required
Travel
Not Required
Extended Work Hours
Occasionally
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S862
Number of Vacancies
1
Location
Lorman
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
09/19/2022
Close Date
10/08/2022
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO Statement
Alcorn State University
Equal Employment Opportunity and Notice of Non-Discrimination
Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
Advertising Summary
Excellent Benefits Package
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Letter of Recommendation (Professional)
- Letter of Recommendation (Personal)
Company
A great educational choice, Alcorn State University in Mississippi is a place of purpose, history, and discovery, and the nation's oldest, land-grant HBCU
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