Administrative Assistant Job at Inside Higher Ed in Kennesaw

Overview

Job Title: Administrative Assistant. Location: Kennesaw, Georgia. Regular, Full-Time. Job ID: 288847.

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Department Information

Department Specific Tasks And Responsibilities include maintaining department inventory, researching design approvals and UITS approvals, assisting with faculty/department event planning, receiving supplies, purchasing faculty textbooks, and maintaining parking codes and distribution.

Responsibilities

• Performs standard administrative duties in support of the assigned department, division, unit and/or location
• Serves as an administrative resource for all faculty, staff and guests visiting the department, division, unit and/or location
• Creates, prepares and proofs emails, memos, correspondence, reports, and other documents as requested
• Answers office phones and provides information or transfers/redirects calls as appropriate
• Coordinates and schedules departmental meetings and events; secures space, equipment, food, and assists with events as needed
• Manages all incoming and outgoing mail including UPS, FedEx and DHL for the office
• Monitors and assesses office equipment, stationery and supply needs and orders items with required approvals
• Assists with records management including filing, correspondence, data analysis, tracking and archiving files
• May maintain department purchasing card (PCard), cash and/or credit card

Qualifications

• Educational Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent
• Required Experience: One (1) year of related administrative, office or clerical experience
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience providing administrative support for large teams; previous experience in higher education
• Preferred Educational Qualifications: An undergraduate or advanced degree from an accredited institution in a related field

Salary and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $14.89 to $20.53 per hour. Offers are based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more.

Visit: https://hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits/index.php

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is not considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position will not travel. This position does not require security clearance.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits harassment or discrimination based on race, color, sex (including sexual harassment and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran/military status. For more information, contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.

Background Check: Per USG policy, final candidates will consent to a criminal background investigation. Applicants may be asked to disclose criminal record history during screening and before a conditional offer. Final candidates with disqualifying history will be disqualified. Other screenings may apply (motor vehicle report, credit check, drug screening, verification of credentials).