Administrative Support - Part Time

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Office of the President is seeking a part-time Administrative Support Assistant to work 20-24 hours a week in-person. The assistant will provide administrative support and act as a first-line liaison to internal and external contacts.

Candidates must be self-motivated, able to work in a team environment, be proficient in Microsoft Office 365, and be familiar with video conferencing technologies (Zoom, Teams). This position requires you to be in-person and does not have a hybrid or remote option.

Job Duties:

• Serve as receptionist or first-line liaison to internal and external contacts and provide general office support, including answering phones.

• Resolve routine customer service issues; routing complicated issues to the appropriate staff member as needed.

• Perform general clerical duties including mail processing, typing, and photocopying.

• Maintain inventory and order/purchase office supplies; arrange for equipment maintenance.

• Assist with special projects throughout the academic year.

• Assist the administrative staff, as needed.

• Operate standard office machines and equipment.

• Assist with travel arrangements, make reservations, and process reimbursements.

• Assist with processing financial documents.

• Provide support to the administrative staff, as needed.

• Run errands both on and off-campus.

• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements and qualifications:

• High school diploma is required.

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality around all aspects of office information.

• Must provide positive, professional and welcoming customer service to a wide range of people.

• Ability to problem solve.

• Excellent organization skills are all required.

• Basic knowledge of commonly used technology and audio/visual equipment is preferred.

• Business casual attire required.

• Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

• This job requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid US driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

This part-time position is not eligible for PTO or tuition discount benefits.

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