Position Title:Administrative Assistant II - Temporary Job Category:Staff Department:Student Involvement - 6510915 Division:Student Affairs Required Documents:Cover Letter, Resume Position Statement:Founded in 2005, Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) is one of 28 institutions within the University System of Georgia. GGC is a premier 21st century liberal arts institution accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Serving nearly 13,000 students, GGC’s innovative practices, caring culture, and extremely affordable tuition are changing the game in higher education and changing the future for students at all levels, of all ages, and from all walks of life. Gwinnett County (pop. 920,000+) is home to a variety of businesses, including organizations involved in health care, education and information technology. Description:

Reporting to the Director of Student Involvement and the Student Center, the Temporary Administrative Assistant II will be providing clerical and administrative support to the Office of Student Involvement and the Student Center. The individual will be a customer service representative for the office and the primary support for the Director. This position will problem solve with students and patrons of the Student Center, maintain calendars, create presentations and reports, and assist with general office duties. The position requires strong organizational skills, communication (both oral and written) skills, the ability to efficiently prioritize tasks, and interact with tact and diplomacy.

This is a temporary full-time position, not to exceed six months of employment

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Place, answer, screen, and direct telephone call, providing information or referral as required.
• Manage travel for Director.
• Provide administrative support and assistance, including making appointments, scheduling meetings, maintaining calendars and email.
• Maintain confidential information and records.
• Create presentations, reports, and forms as requested.
• Manage front office and student assistants assigned to work in area.
• Assist with the planning and execution of various activities or events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications:REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School or GED
• 1-3 years of previous administrative or related experience
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Effective organization and time-management skills
• Ability to prioritize work assignments and work under minimal supervision
• Able to provide excellent customer service

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 4 Year / Bachelor's Degree

Position Disclosure:

Due to the volume of applications, applicants may not receive a reply from the College unless an applicant is selected for an interview. Review of applications will continue until positions are filled. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States and proof of eligibility will be contemporaneously required upon acceptance of an employment offer. Any resulting employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation and credit check if applicable to the position, as determined by Georgia Gwinnett College in its sole discretion. Georgia Gwinnett College, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or religion. Georgia is an open records state.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Position may require local travel. Depending upon specific duties, position may require a College issued uniform or shirt to ensure employees engaged in representing the College to the community are clearly identified as such. Ability to lift and carry files and materials. Ability to move from one office to another office on campus. Adequate vision, hearing and manual dexterity to interact with people in person, on the phone and in writing. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations

Position Status:Full-Time FLSA:Non-exempt