Job no: 517559
Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Administrative/Professional, Office/Clerical, Veteran's Preference Eligible
Department:28090000 - VM-SACS

Classification Title:

Administrative Support AST I

Job Description:

This position supports the general administrative functions of the Small Animal Clinical Sciences department, including reception and routine office support, coordinating locums and visitors of the department, as well as arranging faculty interviews. The Administrative Support Assistant I will provide academic assistance to the Department Chair, Administrative Specialist, and department faculty with course evaluations, tenure and promotion and sustained performance processes. This position will also be cross-trained with other staff on various office-related duties as needed, such as travel and purchasing.

Expected schedule for this position is Monday-Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

Expected Salary:

$16.00 per hour

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent and one year of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Ability to work independently, to listen and follow directions, and meet deadlines.
2. Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and prioritize multiple work assignments while maintaining a high level of attention to detail, reliability, and professionalism.
3. Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, Canvas, and WordPress
4. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Knowledge of, and ability to use, standard business formats, correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar with particular attention to ensuring communications are well put together and formatted correctly.
5. Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive materials and act with discretion.
6. Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with faculty and staff, handle telephone calls and emails in a courteous and efficient manner.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Expected schedule for this position is Monday-Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm.

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume and list of references.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This position is eligible for veteran’s preference. If you are claiming veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.

Health Assessment Required:No

Advertised: 05 Aug 2021 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 09 Aug 2021 Eastern Daylight Time