The Administrative Assistant will provide administrative and clerical support to the Office of the Executive Vice President & Provost.  The successful candidate reports to the Executive Vice President & Provost and serves as the primary typist for the office.

Duties and Responsibilities

The duties listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for this position. Therefore, the successful candidate will be expected to: 

• Serve as the primary typist for the Chancellor and Provost;
• Manage and order supplies;
• Prepare and compose routine letters;
• Gather information and type various reports;
• File and retrieve documents; and
• Other duties as assigned by the Chancellor and Provost and Office Manager.

Qualifications

The successful candidate must possess the ability to:

• Type with an adjusted speed of at least 55 wpm;
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with a wide variety of constituencies including faculty, staff, students, and the public;
• Deliver strong customer service;
• Perform tasks with the use of office equipment to include computers, copiers, facsimile, scanners, etc., and Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, etc.);
• Exercise confidentiality and discretion at all times; and
• Prioritize, plan, and organize multiple tasks and projects using organizational skills. 

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent and three years of clerical/secretarial experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.