Inside Higher Ed · 1 week ago
Administrative Technician - Transfer Center/Student Services - Modesto Junior College
Modesto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$3,952/mo - $5,043/mo
2+ years expInside Higher Ed is looking for an Administrative Technician for Modesto Junior College. The role involves performing technical office administrative support work and assisting higher-level administrative staff with complex projects and assignments.
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Responsibilities
Coordinates and performs technical administrative support work of office operations within an assigned work unit
Assists in technical administrative activities pertaining to various programs and events; advises groups regarding proper procedures and administrative requirements; helps with publicity and other preparatory activities; monitors programs for compliance with established requirements
Serves as a technical resource to others regarding areas of specialty; explains and interprets policies, regulations and operational procedures to persons contacting the office such as faculty, students, staff and the general public; participates in outreach programs and activities
Performs technical research on internal and external data, methods, mechanisms and processes; develops and runs computerized queries; tabulates and summarizes data; identifies trends and concerns; prepares routine summary reports
Enters, maintains, tracks, evaluates and presents technical data maintained in manual and/or automated systems
Assists with preparing and maintaining budgets for assigned functions. Prepares quotes, bids and purchase requisitions; receives and processes invoices and forwards for payment
Establishes and maintains technical file and record systems
Responds to various inquiries and correspondence; prepares information and data requested for administrative review; may develop and prepare newsletters, visual presentations, flyers, and graphic materials; may update web pages
Attends meetings; may participate on committees and/or task forces
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
Knowledge of: Technical administrative operations, procedures and processes
Knowledge of: Laws, codes and requirements governing operations of department to which assigned
Knowledge of: Principles and practices of organization and administration, budget preparation and fiscal record keeping, supervision and training, and personnel administration
Knowledge of: Standard office methods, forms, and equipment
Ability to: Understand and apply laws, regulations, policies and requirements
Ability to: Perform technical administrative activities related to budget/fiscal matters, personnel, purchasing and office management
Ability to: Prepare and maintain accurate data and narrative information
Ability to: Initiate and complete work assignments with limited supervision, exercising sound independent judgment within policy guidelines
Ability to: Recognize administrative problems and initiate effective solutions
Ability to: Operate computer hardware and software applications
Ability to: Prepare and maintain accurate records, reports and program documentation
Ability to: Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Education: Possession of a High School Diploma
Experience: Two years of clerical and/or technical office administrative experience
Depending upon assignment, possession of a valid license to drive in California may be required
Mobility: ability to sit for long periods, move about an office, stand occasionally, reach above and below desk level
Dexterity: fine manipulation sufficient to operate a computer keyboard, handle individual papers, write and take notes
Lifting: frequent lifting of papers, files, equipment and material weighing up to 10 pounds
Visual Requirements: close vision sufficient to read files, documents, and computer screens and do close-up work; ability to adjust focus frequently
Hearing/Talking: ability to hear normal speech, speak and hear on the telephone, and speak in person
Emotional/Psychological Factors: ability to make decisions and concentrate; frequent contact with others including some public contact; frequent deadlines and time-limited assignments
Benefits
The District currently pays for a health options for the employee and dependents.
Vision care and dental insurance premiums for the employee and dependents is District paid.
Income protection and life insurance premiums for the employee are also District paid.
The estimated cost of District provided benefits (health, dental, vision, and life) is $24,408 annually.
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