Administrative Assistant 1 (Reference # 510)

Position #: 049841

Department: Meadows/Associate Dean of Student Affairs

Pay Range: In hire rate: $13.00 - $13.75

Date Posted: September 13, 2006

Position Information:

This is a nine month position working the months of January through June and August through October; off during the months of July, November and December. This position will provide administrative/clerical support for the three offices under the Associate Dean for Student Affairs.

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Filing; copying; shredding;

- Running errands;

- Assisting with mass mailings of graduate applications;

- Responding to email correspondence;

- Scheduling appointments;

- Answering telephones, directing calls, and taking messages;

- Managing office traffic flow;

- Maintaining database;

- Assisting with special projects as needed
REQUIREMENTS
A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Some college preferred.

A minimum of two years' work experience is required; preferably in administrative/clerical role. Previous university experience is desirable.

Candidates must demonstrate strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills with a strong customer service orientation. Candidates must possess strong organizational skills and a strong attention to detail. Must possess the ability to work both independently and as a part of a team. The ability to quickly learn new computer programs is essential. Candidate must demonstrate proficiency in MS Word and Excel. Knowledge of Internet Explorer, Outlook and FileMaker Pro is plus.

Please apply by October 13, 2006.

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