Administrative Support Specialist

Description of Duties:

Perform a variety of advanced administrative and clerical duties required for the operation of a college business or instructional office. Receive and route incoming calls, take messages, and schedule appointments. Greet and provide information to employees and office visitors. Prepare memorandums, letters, reports, instructional materials and other types of business correspondence. Proof and verify accuracy on all travel requests. Reports, and correspondence submitted by staff and faculty. Establish and maintain confidential files, records, evaluations, and absentee reports. Communicate with students, faculty, and administration regarding programs, policies, and procedures of the Division and College. Crosstrain with other academic divisions and departments to learn campus processes and procedures. Order and maintain inventory of office supplies and materials. Collect information and gather data for surveys and projects. Provide information and assistance to Academic Affairs division leadership. May maintain the office budget(s) and enter purchase requests. Responsible for the daily operations of the office. Sort, open, stamp and distribute office mail. Perform other related duties as assigned. Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent. Three (3) years of office, clerical, or customer service related experience. Accurate proofreading and editing skills. Good communication, interpersonal and organizational skills. Proficiency with computers and MS Office (Word and Outlook). Light carrying up to 10 lbs. and light lifting up to 10 lbs. required. Ability to reach above shoulder. Periods of time spent sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, bending, and stooping.

Desired Qualifications:

Associate Degree or equivalent. Four (4) years of office, clerical, or customer service related experience.