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University of Idaho

Administrative Specialist III

University of Idaho, Moscow, Idaho, United States, 83843

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Position Information

Internal Posting?

Posting Number SP004925P

Position Title Administrative Specialist III

Division/College College of Science

Department Mathematics and Statistical Science

Location Moscow

Posting Context Statement

Position Overview

The position works with a high degree of initiative to provide advanced operational and programmatic support to visitors, students and employees by navigating and advising others on a variety of administrative processes, procedures and cyclical calendars of activities critical to the operation of the unit, within the broader university. The position may serve as first point of contact for the department while also performing administrative functions such as researching information and solving problems for faculty, staff and students, and providing program and/or event assistance.

Duties may include: Coordinate office functions and maintain office processes, procedures and records Provide administrative support and coordinate activities of a department or unit by prioritizing, directing and responding to business matters involving university administrative functions Respond to routine and moderately complex questions/issues concerning unit/university policies, processes and procedures from internal and external contacts Support regular and non-routine meetings and events: coordinate complex travel arrangements Compose and distribute meeting notes and routine correspondence or reports, such as presentations, statistical or monthly activity reports Maintain individual and office calendars Utilize university systems to create, review, and submit financial documents including travel claims, purchasing card expense reports, claim vouchers, requisitions, purchase orders and deposit forms; may provide routine financial reports to unit administrator May supervise or direct the work of others Other duties as assigned Unit URL

Department of Mathematics and Statistical Science - College of Science - University of Idaho

Position Qualifications

Required Experience

Three years performing administrative or office support functions Composing. proofing and editing a variety of business documents, using proper grammar and punctuation as demonstrated in application materials Using computer software and applications for word processing, spreadsheets, email and internet research Required Education

High School Diploma or equivalent Required Other

None Additional Preferred

Providing customer service Using complex software (such as financial and personnel records management systems) while completing administrative tasks Experience working with minimal supervision Experience planning and coordinating program activities and events as well as support regular and non-routine meetings and events Experience coordinating complex travel arrangements Banner training and experience in Finance, Human Resources, and Student Modules and Banner Web Applications Managing calendars and/or scheduling Interpreting, applying and explaining complex information such as regulations, policies or services Independently solving problems and performing liaison activities in a work setting and coordinating activities requiring complex arrangements Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

None Degree Requirement N/A: No degree requirement

Posting Information

FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Employee Category Classified

Pay Range $24.00 per hour or higher depending on experience

Type of Appointment Fiscal Year

FTE

1.0

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

Funding This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.

A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. No

Posting Date 06/30/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is open until filled, however, applications received on or before July 14, 2025, will receive first consideration. Posting will remain open until a suitable pool of candidates is identified. Please use your

cover letter/letter of application

to explain in detail how your work experience, skills, and abilities meet both the required and preferred qualifications as listed in the position description. If you would like to view a full copy of the job description, please reach out to the search coordinator at

mathstat@uidaho.edu

Applicant Resources https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources

Background Check Statement

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

EEO Statement

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.