Job Description:

The Academic Administrative Assistant position is a full-time career service position. In providing administrative support to departmental staff, faculty, and students under the supervision of the Department Head, the Academic Administrative Assistant must develop a thorough knowledge of the academic programs, student services, and College processes related to the department. The Academic Administrative Assistant maintains standards of confidentiality and privacy in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the College; creates, manages, and executes budget expenditures upon approval by the department head; processes payroll and personnel documents; maintains, records, and processes departmental and College-related forms and reports; develops and maintains office files and correspondence; monitors, orders, and processes requisitions for department materials and supplies; operates office equipment; schedules appointments and meetings; and assists with preparation of the annual budget. Additionally, the Academic Administrative Assistant works effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, adapting quickly to the needs of visitors to the departmental office and juggling multiple tasks, all while demonstrating professionalism and providing quality customer service; follows simple and complex written and verbal instructions; and performs other duties as assigned. The position may require availability to work flexible hours, including some evenings. This position is located on the Warrington Campus and reports to the Department Head, Allied Health.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or associate degree and two years of related experience; demonstrated computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite in a networked office setting; and internet navigation skills. Successful results of a criminal background check are required.

Pursuant to College policy, it is an employment eligibility requirement for an applicant to meet the requirements of § 435.04(2), Florida Statutes, related to background investigations. Any person failing to meet the requirements of the statute will be deemed not qualified to hold employment in this position. A Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) approved background check will be conducted on every successful candidate as a condition of employment, and any person who fails to disclose any adverse information contained in the background investigation at the time of submitting the employment application will be disqualified from employment.

*Per F.S. 295.065 – Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, will receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.

Annual Salary: $34,675.00 ($17.79/hour)

Supplemental Materials:

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter, résumé, and unofficial transcripts to supplement the online application. If veteran’s preference is claimed, a copy of the DD-214 must be submitted. Supplemental materials must be uploaded and assigned to the online application. For assistance, contact the recruiting department at HRrecruiting@pensacolastate.edu.

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled – Review of applications will begin June 30, 2026. To receive full consideration, the online application and supplemental application materials must be received no later than June 29, 2026.