COSS County Administrative Assistant

Primary Function of the Organizational Unit

North Carolina Cooperative Extension gives our residents easy access to resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension agents deliver unbiased, research-based information to North Carolina Citizens.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Extension Administrative Assistant position provides office support, under supervision, to the Extension staff and does related work as required to support educational programs in a variety of areas including data entry, procurement and management of office & building supplies and programming materials. Responsibilities include providing administrative support for the County Extension Director and other staff/program areas including Agriculture, Local Foods, 4-H, and Family and Consumer Science. Position interacts with other county departments (Human Resources, Finance, Budget, etc.) to ensure effective relationships with county government and partner organizations working with Extension staff. The County Administrative Assistant will work with the County Extension Director to develop and effectively manage the county budget and maintain monthly expense records.

Departmental Required Skills

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Must have experience with accounting.
• Must have efficient keyboarding and computer skills.
• Must be understanding of confidentiality and professionalism for personnel issues.
• Must possess good written and oral communication skills.
• Must have the ability to respond to diverse audiences.
• Must have good organizational skills.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must be highly motivated and comfortable taking initiative with the assigned task.
• Must be a good team worker dedicated to supporting a creative, supportive and positive work environment.

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

• Experience with, web page management, word, social media and newsletter design.