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Rice University

Temporary Administrative Assistant

Rice University, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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Overview Temporary Administrative Assistant role at Rice University. The position supports the Office of the Dean of Undergraduates by handling a range of administrative tasks, maintaining records, and ensuring smooth daily operations.

Position Summary The Temporary Administrative Assistant for the Office of the Dean of Undergraduates division will provide critical support by managing administrative tasks, maintaining records, and ensuring smooth daily operations. Reporting directly to the Assistant Dean, the temporary Assistant may also be assigned to different departments of the division to cover administrative duties during extended staff leaves and absences. Key responsibilities include assisting with scheduling, managing departmental correspondence, preparing expense reports, and handling logistics for events and projects as needed. The assistant is responsible for maintaining accurate files, processing documents, and coordinating with various departments to ensure timely task completion. Additionally, the role involves monitoring budgets, preparing reports, and supporting special projects as needed. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this role.

Workplace Requirements This temporary position will be hybrid in schedule, ranging from 20 to 30 hours a week, and will last up to six months from the hire date.

This is a temporary position that is non-exempt and non-benefits eligible.

Hiring Range:

$19.50 - $21.50 an hour based on experience and qualifications.

Minimum Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent

2+ years experience in an administrative office setting

In lieu of the experience requirement, additional related education, above and beyond what is required, on an equivalent year-for-year basis may be substituted

Skills

Proficient computer skills and demonstrated experience with office software and email applications

Demonstrated success in follow-through and completing routine tasks

Advanced organizational skills and attention to detail

Advanced verbal and written communication skills

Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills

Ability to prioritize and multi-task

Essential Functions

Coordinates two or more administrative and/or business functions including, but not limited to: budget/finance, human resources, facilities management, communication and/or outreach. Typical duties include the following, and may vary from position to position:

Generates routine communications; coordinates production (formatting, copying, etc.) and distribution of documents, such as presentations, course handouts, grant proposals, conference and seminar materials, complex reports, brochures, and displays

Plans and schedules calendar(s), resolves calendaring conflicts and arranges travel

Processes and monitors financial transactions, including resolution of discrepancies

Schedules, organizes, and operates conferences, seminars, and events, including recommending vendors for services, overseeing the production and distribution of materials, coordinating logistics, and serving as liaison with internal and external vendors

Maintains office supplies and equipment; obtains vendor quotes, as needed

Coordinates office moves

Serves as the point of contact for general maintenance, health and safety, and other facility concerns within the unit(s); reports any incidents or potential safety problems to appropriate representatives

Maintains and updates approved web content

Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Information Rice University HR | Benefits:

https://knowledgecafe.rice.edu/benefits

Rice Mission and Values:

Mission and Values | Rice University

Rice University is committed to ensuring Equal Employment Opportunity and welcoming the fullness of diversity into our candidate pools. Rice considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. Rice also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. If an applicant requires a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact Rice University’s Disability Resource Center at 713-348-5841 or adarice@rice.edu for support.

If you have any additional questions, please email us at jobs@rice.edu. Thank you for your interest in employment with Rice University.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Part-time

Job function

Administrative

Industries

Higher Education

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