ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT SPECIALIST

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is seeking an ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT SPECIALIST to perform administrative support duties of a complex and diverse nature requiring some independent analysis. Administratively manages and provides program support for undergraduate and graduate programs. To maintain departmental databases, review data, organize and compile materials for dissemination, perform duties as related to the department, and other clerical duties as assigned by management. Help coordinate events and activities. Makes travel arrangements and reservations. Submits Oracle ACT documents, and processes payment requests. Schedules appointments. Orders supplies, maintains databases, and reports. Assists with special projects. Performs standard clerical and administrative duties, including drafting and typing correspondences.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with administrative support for the Graduate and Undergraduate programs.
• Provide administrative assistance to faculty, staff, and students.
• Manage Campus Time and Attendance for departmental staff and student employees.
• Prepares and processes Oracle requisitions and purchase orders as authorized, including submitting ACT documents and payment requests.
• Assist with hiring of undergraduate and graduate students, maintain records for undergraduate and graduate students.
• Assist with planning events and meetings and the department chair's calendars.

(Hourly Rate: $15.00 - $24.39)

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field and one (1) year of related experience required. OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Experience with Excel, PowerPoint, and Word is also preferred.