Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant

Department: Office of Access & Equity: Equal Opportunity - 630000

Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Note: This is a generalized representation of positions in this class and is not intended to reflect essential
functions per ADA. Examples of competencies are typical of the majority of positions, but may not be applicable to
all positions.
Diplomas or degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

License/Certification Required


Essential Job Functions
The Office of Access & Equity provides leadership to the University’s efforts to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment. The office promotes equity in educational opportunity, programming, and employment and promotes an environment of respect and inclusion for all members of the University community.

The Equal Opportunity (EO) unit of Access & Equity strives to make Appalachian State University a discrimination-free, harassment-free environment for faculty, students and staff to work, live, and learn. EO is responsible for managing and monitoring the University’s equal opportunity and compliance actions. The EO oversees university equal opportunity policies, responds to complaints, conducts investigations, develops and delivers training and educational outreach to campus, as well as provides consultation to supervisors and managers regarding equal opportunity concerns and initiatives.
The primary purpose of the Administrative Assistant is to act as the primary triage point for all in-person and telephone communications. This employee will be instrumental in answering questions relative to University policy and office procedures.
Duties & Responsibilities include:

• Providing primary office management functions for office staff
• Updating/maintaining the office’s website
• Assisting with the design and production of all office materials, including brochures and display boards.
• Assisting with a range of compliance-related administrative tasks.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position

• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Basic understanding of Sex-Based misconduct including sexual assault, domestic violence, sexual harassment, stalking, and gender-based discrimination
• Ability to maintain confidential information
• Excellent organizational skills
• Capacity for multi-tasking, prioritizing, and functioning as a part of a team
• Ability to work independently

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years experience in an office setting
• Experience working with a budget in an office setting
• Experience communicating with people in distress
• Experience working in a Higher Education setting
• Strong organizational skills

Work Schedule/Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00-5:00 p.m.
Anticipated Hiring Range: $31,200-$34,368
Closing Date: 8/13/2024

To apply, visit https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/47445

Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.


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