"Administrative Assistant I"

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title
Administrative Assistant I

FLSA Status
Salaried Non Exempt

Posted Salary Range
Commensurate with experience.

Employment Status
Full Time

Department
School of Education & Psychology

Job Summary

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Training in (1) computer skills (Word, Access, Excel, Email, Internet and other databases; (2) purchase requisitions, budget reconciliation, payroll time sheets, scheduling, composing and editing; (3) effective verbal and written communication skills; (4) building a welcoming office culture and (5) strong organizational skills, empathetic, and exhibit a positive attitude.

Essential Job Functions

To provide clerical support to the Project Director and Talent Search Specialists by assisting with participant intake, organizing eligibility documentation and file management.

Other related duties, as assigned

Qualifications

Associate degree minimum, Bachelor’s degree preferred in office administration or a related field.

Three to five years of experience in working in an environment where records are kept confidential and at-risk/disadvantaged students are motivated to persist, maintain a good academic standing, and graduate with a bachelor’s degree.

Licensing and Certifications

License or Professional credentials in relevant discipline (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas
No

Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds
Occasionally

Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds
Occasionally

Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds
Not Required

Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds
Not Required

Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds
Not Required

Travel
Occasionally

Extended Work Hours
Occasionally

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
S1146

Number of Vacancies
1

Location
Lorman

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date
08/12/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

EEO Statement

Alcorn State University

Equal Employment Opportunity and Notice of Non-Discrimination
Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

Advertising Summary

Excellent Benefits Package

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Unofficial Transcripts
4. Letter of Recommendation (Professional)
5. Letter of Recommendation (Personal)
6. Letter of Recommendation (Professional or Personal)

Optional Documents