Job Summary

The Administrative Specialist oversees the day-to-day administrative operations of the Department of Accounting in the Lutgert College of Business. Key responsibilities include handling travel arrangements, maintaining calendars, processing fiscal transactions, assisting with special events, and preparing marketing materials and social media content.

FGCU is building a culture of curiosity, commitment and collaboration. We value employees who successfully work with others and drive positive change through critical thinking and decisive action. If you thrive in an environment of innovation, accountability and mutual respect, you will find a good home here.

Job Description

Typical duties may include but are not limited to:

• Provides administrative support to include maintaining schedule/calendar, screening telephone communication, greeting and directing visitors, and dealing with administrative problems and inquiries.
• Completes transfers, reconciles expenditure transactions, maintains internal accounting records, and other transactional duties related to fiscal administration.
• Fulfills purchasing requirements for assigned area, researching items and obtaining price quotes, entering information into university systems, receiving purchase orders, maintaining P-Card information, and reconciling purchases.
• Establishes and maintains systems for administration of records for the area, including electronic files, records, and databases.
• Supports employment administration and human resources processes. Administers appointment paperwork requirements for department employees. Fulfills administrative requirements for employment searches within area of responsibility.
• Tracks and audits department leave records and employee time sheets. Prepares payroll certifications. Reviews and reconciles payroll registers.
• Arranges and coordinates travel for department staff, faculty, and incoming guests and speakers.
• Composes and prepares written documents and correspondence for the office, including memos, letters, presentations, and spreadsheets.
• Prepares special spreadsheet reports and presentations as needed. May prepare brochures or update department web site content.

Other Duties:

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements for Administrative Specialist Level I:

• This position requires a high school diploma and four years of full-time experience directly related to the job functions.
• Experience operating a personal computer and proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook).
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.

Minimum Requirements for Administrative Specialist Level II:

• This position requires a high school diploma and six years of full-time experience directly related to the job functions.
• Experience operating a personal computer and proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook).
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.