California State University, Fresno · 2 hours ago
Department Assistant
Fresno, CA
Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
3+ years expCalifornia State University, Fresno is seeking a Department Assistant for the Department of Philosophy. This role involves providing complex administrative and clerical support to ensure timely completion of administrative requirements and assisting with financial, programmatic, and general office operations.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provide the full range of complex administrative and clerical functions in support of the mission of department, assuring that all administrative requirements are completed in a timely manner
Assist with financial, programmatic and administrative support for general office operations
Interpret and apply policies and procedures independently and use judgment and discretion to act when precedents do not exist
Troubleshoot most office administration problems and respond to inquiries and requests related to work area
Analyze operational and procedural problems and develop, recommend, and evaluate proposed solutions
Perform business math, review budgetary data, and make accurate projections requiring some inference
Create, organize and maintain accurate technical, complex, 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
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of allocation processes and payment procedures in accordance with accounting guidelines
Knowledge of the university infrastructure, policies, and procedures
Thorough mastery of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling with ability to clearly communicate orally and in writing
Fully functional knowledge of and skilled in all technical aspects of work assignments related to standard office procedures and practices
Thorough knowledge of office systems and ability to use a broader range of technology, systems, and packages, including G-suite, word, excel, and adobe
Knowledge of budget and accounting practices and procedures
Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures independently and use judgment and discretion to act when precedents do not exist
Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills to serve as front-line for a variety of high-level campus and community individuals with ability to troubleshoot most office administration problems and respond to inquiries and requests related to work area
Ability to understand problems from a broader perspective and anticipate the impact of office administration problems and solutions on other areas
Ability to analyze operational and procedural problems and develop, recommend, and evaluate proposed solutions
Ability to perform business math, review budgetary data, and make accurate projections requiring some inference
Ability to effectively write and/or present information, documents and correspondence
Effective customer service and student relations with ability to handle interpersonal interactions at all levels and sensitive situations
Ability to effectively organize and independently handle multiple work unit priorities and projects in a fast paced team-oriented environment
Create, organize and maintain accurate technical, complex, 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
High school program, technical/vocational program, or their equivalents
3 years of related office work experience
Preferred
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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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