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JOB SUMMARY

Performs administrative, clerical and office support responsibilities. Supports assigned leaders, departments and/or units.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

High School diploma or equivalent

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of related administrative, office or clerical experience

ADDITIONAL 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 of higher education in a related field

ABILITIES

Able to utilize standard office equipment and multi-line telephone system
Able to deal with multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

SKILLS

Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

(PRIMARY LOCATION FOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES) OUR MARIETTA CAMPUS IS LOCATED AT 1100 SOUTH MARIETTA PARKWAY, MARIETTA, GA 30060.

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• In addition to supporting the Mechanical Engineering department, the position will provide administrative support to the Director of Partnerships for the college and will support some college-wide events

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Performs standard administrative duties in support of the assigned department, division, unit and/or location
2. Serves as an administrative resource for all faculty, staff and guests visiting assigned department, division, unit and/or location and provides assistance as needed
3. Creates, prepares and proofreads emails, memos, correspondence, reports, and other documents or communications as requested
4. Responsible for answering office phone providing information and/or transferring/redirecting calls to the appropriate contact
5. Assists with coordinating and scheduling departmental meetings and events, as directed; secures space, equipment, food, and assists with the event as needed
6. Manages all incoming and outgoing mail including UPS, FedEx and DHL domestic and international shipping needs for the office
7. Monitors and assesses office equipment, stationery and supply needs and orders items as needed, including seeking proper authorization for items requiring prior approval
8. Assists with records management including filing, correspondence, analyzing data, tracking and archiving files
9. May maintain department purchasing card (PCard), cash and/or credit card**