California State University, Fresno · 21 hours ago
Department Administrative Assistant
Fresno, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$4,047/mo - $5,896/mo
3+ years expCalifornia State University, Fresno is a prominent educational institution that empowers students for success. They are seeking a Department Administrative Assistant to provide operational administrative support for the Department of Economics and Department of Marketing and Logistics, ensuring timely completion of administrative requirements and fostering cooperation among staff, students, and faculty.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provide operational administrative support for the Department of Economics and Department of Marketing and Logistics
Assure that all administrative requirements are completed in a timely manner
Serve as the departmental contact and provide administrative information for chairs, faculty, staff, students, and community
Independently plan, organize, coordinate, prioritize, and perform work in diverse areas of responsibility
Communicate clearly orally and in writing
Handle student and staff issues confidentially, with professionalism and discretion
Organize and plan work and projects characterized by wide ranging job demands arriving simultaneously
Multi-task to keep the department office functioning smoothly
Compile, write, and present reports
Understand, interpret, and apply independently a wide variety of policies and procedures where specific guidelines may not exist
Troubleshoot most office administration problems and respond to all inquiries and requests related to the work area
Create, organize, and maintain accurate technical, complex, sensitive and/or confidential records and files
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and promote a positive, service oriented collegial work environment with a variety of individuals
Track and produce accurate information and data for review regarding program service delivery and activities in meeting programmatic goals and enhancing processes
Qualification
Required
Fully functional knowledge of and skill in standard office procedures and practices
Thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation for independent preparation of correspondence
Knowledge of business mathematics
Expertise in using office systems and ability to use a broad range of technology, systems, and software packages (Microsoft Office Suite, Google, Excel, and PowerPoint)
General office safety and training needs and ability to conduct training to communicate employee safety
Ability to clearly communicate orally and in writing
A history of regular attendance, punctuality, and positive performance evaluations
Ability to handle student and staff issues confidentially, with professionalism and discretion
Demonstrated ability to organize and plan work and projects characterized by wide ranging job demands arriving simultaneously
Ability to multi-task in order to keep the department office functioning smoothly
Ability to compile, write, and present reports
Understand, interpret, and apply independently a wide variety of policies and procedures where specific guidelines may not exist
Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills to effectively handle a broader range of interpersonal contacts, including those at a higher level and those sensitive in nature
Troubleshoot most office administration problems and respond to all inquiries and requests related to the work area
Create, organize, and maintain accurate technical, complex, sensitive and/or confidential records and files
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and promote a positive, service oriented collegial work environment with a variety of individuals
Track and produce accurate information and data for review regarding program service delivery and activities in meeting programmatic goals and enhancing processes
A high school diploma or equivalent
Three years of equivalent training and administrative work experience
Experience working with Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision plans
Membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
Sick and vacation time
15 paid holidays a year
Fee waiver education program
Company
California State University, Fresno
California State University is one of the State University's 23 campuses, making it one of the world's largest higher education systems.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Criss Wilhite
Lecturer; BCBA; Founder FS ABA Programs. Co-Founder, FS Sustainability Project and Club
Debbie Astone
Vice President for Administration and CFO & Executive Director. Fresno State Foundation
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