Cameron University · 3 hours ago
Administrative Assistant I, Department of Social Sciences
Lawton, OK
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
3+ years expCameron University is a state-supported regional institution located in Lawton, Oklahoma, seeking an Administrative Assistant I for the Department of Social Sciences. The role involves assisting the department chair with administrative tasks, overseeing daily operations, and providing support to faculty and students.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Maintains daily operations of the office which may include supervising support staff and students and conducting necessary office training
Communicates and assists students, faculty and administrators on University policy matters
Gathers information and prepares various reports, correspondence, and memorandums; researches and resolves issues
Supports organizing and publicizing annual events within the department
Supports department recruiting and retention efforts
Develops relationships with vendors and expedites development of contracts
Prepares special or confidential reports and assists with projects or surveys
Assumes responsibility for office processes and oversees projects through to completion
Maintains files and appointment and event calendars
Greets and screens visitors and phone calls; relays messages, responds or takes necessary action or refers to appropriate person for resolution
Maintains personnel records, supports adjunct faculty, tracks and reconciles the department budget, completes payroll action forms, submits maintenance requests, maintains a department equipment inventory, and submits purchase orders
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Graduate of a standard high school or equivalent
Ability to coordinate and manage complex processes
Ability to type fifty (50) words per minute
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Access Database, Adobe Acrobat PDF accessibility software or equivalent
Thorough knowledge of spelling, punctuation and grammar
Strong interpersonal skills
Superior customer service skills
Demonstrated ability to work in web-based computer programs such as Banner and information scanning systems and to improve efficiency within an office environment using such technologies
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a variety of areas
Preferred
Teamwork and leadership experience
3-5 years of experience relative to administrative and/or project management and/or training programs
Proven writing skills. Experience with Banner or equivalent management software, and other University computer software
Baccalaureate degree and experience working positively with faculty and students
Demonstrated use of strong management, administrative, and communication skills to achieve team projects
Benefits
Paid medical coverage for our employees
Ample time off opportunities
Employee tuition waiver programs
Company
Cameron University
Cameron University is a four-year state funded university located in Lawton, Oklahoma.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.1M2024-09-05Grant· $0.1M
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