Job Title: Athletics Administrative Assistant
Location: Savannah State Recruiting Loc
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 229791
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Savannah State University established in 1890, is the oldest public historically black college or university in Georgia and the oldest institution of higher learning in the city of Savannah. The university’s students select majors from four colleges — Business Administration, Education, Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, and Sciences and Technology. The campus is by far the most picturesque in the state of Georgia. The moss-laden sweeping oak trees, expansive marsh and historic architecture create a resplendent yet tranquil atmosphere. Beneath the beauty and splendor is a vibrant residential campus bursting at the seams with the vim and vigor of quality collegiate life: relevant academic majors, engaging lectures, cutting-edge research, quality student-faculty engagement and a nurturing environment.

Job Summary The administrative assistant will provide efficient administrative support to the athletics department and ticket offices by phone and in person. This position oversees various administrative duties which include but not limited to overseeing the daily operations of the office. The position performs other job related duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Provides clerical support and, secretarial servicesManages the department’s calendar, director and department’s schedules, facilities rental and weekly meetings. Assists the ticket manager with office operations and sale/distribution of tickets and tailgating spaces for all home and select away athletics eventsManages work study students, internal communications, and select databasesAssists with team travel and special projects. Acts as purchaser for the department; enters items into e-procurement and completes p-card transactions. May be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically delineated in this description. Must adhere to all university policies, NCAA By-Laws and Conference policies (SIAC).

Required Qualifications

Associate's degree is required. Must possess good writing skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook) as well as strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to diversity. Must possess strong organizational and effective communication skills. Candidates must have a high degree of professional integrity and respect for the values of the University. This position is subject to a comprehensive background and credit check with employment contingent upon satisfactory results. Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Recourses at hr@savannahstate.edu. For technical support, please call OneUSG Connect Support at (877) 251.2644, or by email at oneusgsupport@usg.edu.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Savannah State University, as determined by Savannah State University, its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Savannah Stare University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. It is the policy our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, AREA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). Savannah State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Savannah State University, Office of Human Resources at hr@savannahstate.edu. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Office of Human Resources at hr@savannahstate.edu.