Administrative Specialist- College Of Social Work
- Employer
- The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
- Location
- Knoxville, TN
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- Administrative Jobs
- Institutional & Business Affairs, Clerical & Administrative Support
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Administrative Specialist IThe University of Tennessee Knoxville, College of Social Work is accepting applications for an Administrative Specialist I. This position supports the BSSW Program Director, program faculty, and students. This position coordinates and performs complex daily activities and operations between the program director, faculty and students. The following job functions include, but are not limited to:
- Provide administrative support to the program director including preparing correspondence, answering phones, review and preparing documents, organizing and maintain files, and other administrative duties.Assist Program Director to schedule meetings to ensure input into functioning and direction of the BSSW program. Assist with strategic communications for the program director and BSSW program.Field inquiries from prospect students to help assist program director and CSW enrollment office recruit highlight qualified, diverse applicants. Coordination of BSSW events including event planning and implementation and support to the program director.Provide direct student support by staying informed of program requirements and disseminating information.Provide processing support to the program director in regards to program budgets.Initiate travel authorizations and reimbursements to ensure forms are routed and approved in accordance with university and departmental policies.Responsible for the order of program related materials and instructor copies of textbooks to ensure that the program has the materials needed to function each semester. Process and maintain the BSSW sections of the course request spreadsheet to ensure adequate operation of the program each semester.
Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:EDUCATION: Applicant must hold a Bachelor’s Degree or the equivalent in education and experience combined.EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 2-3 years recent experience in a professional office environment.Prefer experience interacting with senior level personnel in a business or academic environment planning and coordinating events. Experience with data analysis and report compilation is desired. Familiarity with The University of Tennessee, its policies and procedures is desired.WORK SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday Application Process: The Knoxville campus of the University of Tennessee is seeking candidates who have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position has been filled. Interested individuals should provide a cover letter addressing professional experience relevant to each required minimum qualification, a resume, and complete contact information for 3 professional references.
Job: Other Admin Asst/Secr/Clerical
Primary Location: US-Tennessee-knoxville
Organization: Social Work
Schedule: Full-time
Job Posting: Feb 16, 2023, 8:17:02 AM
Organization
Working at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Founded in 1794, the University of Tennessee is one of the nation’s oldest and most storied public universities. Based in Knoxville, Tennessee’s flagship land-grant institution includes the statewide Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute in Tullahoma. The university embodies excellence in teaching, discovery, scholarship, research, creative activity, outreach, and engagement. Known as the Volunteers, we lead with a spirit of selflessness, empathy, and courage, and strive to be champions for diversity, equity, and inclusion
UT Knoxville is a Research 1 university with 11 academic colleges and more than 900 programs of study. With an enrollment of more than 30,000 students, our academic programs are repeatedly ranked top in their class. The university co-manages Oak Ridge National Laboratory, the country’s most prominent national lab, driving innovation in advanced manufacturing and materials, national security, and more. We are closely connected with our communities through outreach and extension efforts across Tennessee and through partnerships with non-profits, corporations, and industries—regionally, nationally, and around the globe.
The city of Knoxville is nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. The modern, thriving community is surrounded by gorgeous lakes and hundreds of miles of walking, hiking, and biking trails. Situated along the banks of the Tennessee River, our beautiful features an eclectic music scene, internationally recognized festivals, unique restaurants, and a robust offering of diverse cultural activities. Knoxville is located within a day’s drive of Atlanta, Nashville, Asheville, Charlotte, Louisville, Cincinnati, Memphis, Chicago, and Washington D.C.
Knoxville and the surrounding counties have a population of more than 850,000 people. The region houses many leading corporations and organizations, including Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Pilot/Flying J, the Tennessee Valley Authority, and Regal Cinemas, along with HGTV, Food Network, and other networks owned by Discovery Inc.
As a member of the UT family, you will be surrounded by top-notch faculty, staff, and students from around the world. You will be part of a diverse campus community that is passionate about changing the world and cheering for the Vols on game day.
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