Inside Higher Ed is hiring: Secretary II - Career Programs in Palos Hills

Job Title Secretary II - Career Programs Department Career Programs Work Location Main Campus Duties Under direction, the Secretary II performs varied clerical and secretarial duties for and relief supervisor of minor administrative duties. Maintains a close and highly responsive relationship to the day‑to‑day work activities of the office of the supervisor. Work requires knowledge of programs and procedures relating to the work of the supervisor, as well as other departmental personnel. The Secretary II is dedicated to the learning college concepts by developing programs and facilitating activities that promote student success and lifelong learning. Education / Experience High school diploma or general education degree / high school equivalency (GED); a minimum of one year specialized training in related area; and minimum of three (3) years’ related clerical/secretarial experience in a general office environment required. Associate’s degree preferred. Qualifications Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Effective communication skills, interpersonal skills, organizational and critical thinking skills. Basic bookkeeping skills. Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Ability to learn and use various department‑specific software programs. Ability to compose minutes. Ability to handle confidential material and maintain confidence. Position Status Full Time Hours General Hours: Monday–Friday 8:45 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (Hours may be adjusted) Salary/Wage $19.25/hour (plus exceptional benefits) Benefits Moraine Valley offers a generous benefits plan which includes Paid Time Off, Tuition Discounts for Benefit Eligible Employees And Family, Medical, Dental, Vision, And Retirement Benefits in a Collaborative and Friendly Environment. These include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Optional Life, Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, MVCC Tuition waiver, SURS Retirement plan, Vacation Days, Holidays, Sick Leave, Personal Days, Bereavement Days, Tax‑sheltered annuity plans. Software Proficiency Testing Software and skills proficiency testing for the specific position will be required upon hire and must be successfully completed within the probationary period if this testing has not been previously completed. Posting Number SS00546P Open Date 05/02/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Please do not apply through third‑party sites. Please apply through jobs.morainevalley.edu. For consideration, apply by application review date with complete information. Please contact hr@morainevalley.edu if you have any questions or to notify if you are an internal applicant. #J-18808-Ljbffr