"Administrative Assistant for Student Services, Knoxville"

Administrative Assistant for Student Services, Knoxville

Company: Lincoln Memorial University

Job Location: Harrogate, 37752

Category: Administrative Assistants

Type: Full-Time

Department: DCOM STUDENT SERVICES

Position Category: Staff Full Time

Job Description

The Administrative Assistant for Student Services shall serve as the receptionist, perform support duties, and organize and maintain Student Services for DCOM at LMU-Knoxville

Required Qualifications

High school diploma; and two years office experience

Preferred Qualifications

two-year degree

Posting Number: S04805P

Job Open Date: 10/27/2025

Job Close Date: 01/27/2026

Open Until Filled: No

About the Institution

Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies. The main campus is located in Harrogate, Tennessee. For more information about employment opportunities, contact the Office of Human Resources at 423-869-7112 or humanresources@lmunet.edu.

AA/EEO Statement

Lincoln Memorial University is an Equal Opportunity education institution. Lincoln Memorial University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in all University programs and activities.

Background Check Statement

The University will conduct criminal background checks on all employees. Background checks may include but are not limited to confirmation of the individual's identity, credit information, motor vehicle driving record, review of an individual's criminal conviction record (if any), verification of any license, and certificate or degree required for the position.

Job Duties

• promote the mission of Lincoln Memorial University to all faculty, staff, students and to the community at large
• promote effective working relationships among LMU faculty, staff and students
• greet and direct visitors in a friendly and professional manner
• answer and direct telephone calls for the department
• return phone messages left on main line or direct the message to the appropriate office in a timely manner
• effectively and timely communicate with appropriate office personnel regarding student questions or concerns
• assist with academic warning tracking and data collection for advisement
• coordinate calendars for the Assistant Dean of Students and Directors including meeting schedules and arrangements as requested
• coordinate travel arrangements for the Assistant Dean of Students or Directors when requested
• provide office support (typing, filing, copying, etc.) as required
• open and process mail
• maintain confidential records and files in Datatel, Target X, or other electronic or manual filing systems as requested
• maintain a helpful attitude when faculty/staff/students visit the office requesting support or information
• actively seek ways to improve office functions and processes
• order and maintain office supplies
• operate and maintain office equipment
• train and supervise work study students
• actively assist in planning, and implementing student events, special events, orientation, and commencement activities
• know, understand and implement the policies and procedures related to Student Services;
• reconcile month-end departmental budget
• maintain confidentiality of student records or information at all times
• complete required institutional, program accreditation, and other reports necessary for the operation and advancement of University programs
• promote the mission of Lincoln Memorial University to all faculty, staff, students and to the community at large
• promote effective working relationships among faculty, staff and students
• participate on university committees;
• perform other duties as assigned

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