Georgia Southern University Hiring for Administrative Assistant II at Georgia, United States Full Time

Administrative Assistant II

Job ID: 251069
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!

Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant
campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the
communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2
institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000
students in associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral level
degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town,
the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or
supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia
Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an
exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and
professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to
academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018
Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other
Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America’s Best Midsize
Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving
our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars,
leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the
world.

Location

Statesboro Campus – Statesboro, GA

Department Information

Department of Biology

Job Summary

Performs a variety of administrative and staff support duties for
an office, department, college, or unit, which require a range of
skills and a knowledge of the policies and procedures of the
department, college and university as well as a high level of
technical skill. Duties must be performed independently and may
include secretarial, data entry, accounting, financial, print,
library, and payroll. May provide direct administrative support to
one or more employees at the level of associate director,
department chair, assistant dean, registrar, or above.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and performs a range of staff and/or operational
  support activities for the unit; serves as a liaison with other
  departments and operating units in the resolution of day-to-day
  administrative and operational problems.
• Posts, balances, monitors, and reconciles internal
  department/division monthly ledgers, budgets, and financial
  reporting system reports; may prepare drafts of budget planning
  documents; may manage petty cash disbursements and
  reconciliations.
• Establishes, maintains, and updates files, databases, records,
  and/or other documents; develops and maintains data, and performs
  routine analyses and calculations in the processing of data for
  recurring internal reports.
• Schedules and coordinates meetings, events, interviews,
  appointments, and/or other similar activities for supervisors,
  which may include coordinating travel and lodging
  arrangements.
• Prepares or assists with the preparation of scheduled and/or ad
  hoc statistical and narrative reports; performs basic information
  gathering and analysis and/or forecasting, as specifically
  directed.
• Assists unit management and staff in problem-solving, project
  planning, and development and execution of stated goals and
  objectives.
• Leads and trains lower graded staff and/or student employees,
  as required.
• Requisitions supplies, printing, maintenance, and other
  services.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent

Required Experience

• One (1) to three (3) years of related work experience

Proposed Salary

$18.41 – $19.23 per hour

This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly
basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to work well in a diverse and inclusive environment
  through commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office,
  Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet
  Institutional goals and support University’s mission for student
  success

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational
  and human relations skills

Apply Before Date

November 11, 2022
Application review may begin on November 4,
2022

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please
contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912)
478-6947 or by email at
[email protected].

For technical support, please call the Shared Services Center at
(877) 251-2644 or [email protected].

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background
investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating
your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University,
as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole
discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history
reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a
satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a
pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and
state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this
institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents
(BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are
available for your inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of
employment without assistance from the University.

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without
reasonable accommodation.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free
Community.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities
to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to
race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status,
political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of
reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act
to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources:
(912) 478-6947.

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Believing that diversity, equity, and inclusion contribute to
excellence in the workplace and to the quality of the University’s
academic environment, Georgia Southern University is committed to
recruiting and retaining diverse faculty and staff to support,
promote, and serve a diverse student body and promote Inclusive
Excellence. Candidates from underrepresented groups, whose work
furthers the institution’s Inclusive Excellence goals, and who
bring to campus varied life experiences, perspectives and
backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply.

Other Information

• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or
  without reasonable accommodation.
• Work generally performed in an office environment
• Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• May be required to maneuver items weighing up to 25 pounds with
  or without reasonable accommodation

Background Check

• Position of Trust

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