Position Details

Position Details

Requisition Number STA002431Classification TitleAdministrative AssistantWorking TitleLocationArmstrong Campus - SavannahDepartment3900150101-Science & Mathematics, CollegePosition StatusFull-TimePosition Summary

College of Science & Mathematics. Under general supervision, the Administrative Assistant provides support to ensure efficient operation of the College of Science and Mathematics, the Departments of Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Astronomy and Geology and Geography on the Armstrong campus.

Essential Functions

•Communicates via telephone, video, mail, and email ensuring all duties are completed accurately and delivered with high quality and in a timely manner.
•Answers and directs telephone calls and walk-in traffic and provides general support for visitors.
•Organizes and schedules meetings (including on-line meetings), room reservations, and appointments.
•Produces and distributes correspondence memos, letters, faxes and forms; assists in the preparation of regularly scheduled reports.
•Develops and maintains a filing system; coordinates inventory of assets and supplies, sourcing for suppliers (vendors) and submitting invoices.
•Orders office supplies; books travel arrangements; submits and reconciles expense reports.
•Uses University software to access data, files, and reports.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco Free Campus.

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma or equivalent; three or more months of post-secondary education

Could a level of job-related experience higher than the minimum required for the position substitute for the minimum level of education?YesMinimum Experience Required

Three or more years of related work experience

Could a level of education higher than the minimum required for the position substitute for the minimum level of job-related experience?NoKnowledge, Skills & Abilities

Effective communication (verbal and written), organization and human relations skills; ability to work well in a diverse environment; proficiency with computer and Microsoft Office Applications software including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases; legally authorized to work in the United States; successful completion of background investigation prior to employment

Preferred EducationPreferred Experience

Three or more years of related work experience in office administration or management; experience with Google software and applications; experience with Banner, PeopleSoft, and Business Objects.

Salary Range$30,900Job Open Date07/17/2019Job Closing Date08/02/2019Special Instructions SummaryQuicklink for Postinghttp://employment.georgiasouthern.edu/postings/60324Required Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a High School Diploma or Equivalent ?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have three or more months of post secondary education?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * If you answered "No" to the previous question, do you have four or more years of related work experience
   • Yes
   • No
   • Answered "Yes" to the previous question
4. * Do you have three or more years of related experience?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Do you have the ability to use PC computers and effectively utilize Microsoft Office Applications software including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases?
   • Yes
   • No
6. * Do you understand that Georgia Southern University is a tobacco and smoke-free community?
   • Yes
   • No
7. * Are you authorized to work lawfully in the United States?
   • Yes
   • No
8. * Do you understand this position is located at the Georgia Southern University - Armstrong Campus?
   • Yes
   • No