Senior Administrative Assistant - Organization & Management – Goizueta Busi at Emory University

Atlanta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Office Operations Management, Administrative Support, Budget Preparation, Grant Application Assistance, Financial Statement Preparation, Spreadsheet Development, Record Keeping, Invoice Processing, Calendar Management, Meeting Coordination, Correspondence Drafting, Database Maintenance, Filing Systems Organization, Telephone Screening, Travel Coordination, Report Preparation

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Discover Your Career at Emory University Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community. Description The Goizueta Business School is seeking a highly organized and proactive Senior Administrative Assistant to provide essential support to senior academic leadership within the Organization & Management academic areas. In this dynamic role, you will manage day‑to‑day office operations, streamline administrative processes, and ensure the seamless execution of key activities for department leaders. From coordinating complex schedules and preparing budgetary or grant materials to overseeing communications, meetings, and office resources, this position is ideal for a detail‑oriented individual who thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment. Your work will enable our leadership to focus on advancing Goizueta’s mission while you help maintain the efficiency, accuracy, and professionalism of the office. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: With minimal supervision, provide administrative support for a Chair/Coordinator of an academic department within the Goizueta Business School. Oversees office operations and ensures office activities comply with policies and procedures. Prepares or assists in the preparation of budgets, grant applications, proposals, status reports and financial statements. Develops and maintains spreadsheets. Initiates, processes and maintains records and invoices. Keeps manager informed of account status, authorizes expenditures and identifies cost effective alternatives. Maintains calendar, prepares daily schedule and prioritizes meeting requests for manager(s). Ensures manager is appropriately prepared for daily activities. Coordinates, attends, prepares materials for and/or takes minutes at meetings and special events. Prepares charts and graphs for reports and presentations. Reviews incoming correspondence and identifies items of special interest to manager or others. Screens items that can be routinely handled and prepares appropriate responses. Based on a knowledge of the manager's views, composes, edits and types correspondence, reports and manuscripts under minimal guidance. May take dictation or transcribe from a machine. Maintains various databases and/or spreadsheets. Sets up and organizes filing systems. Answers, screens and routes incoming telephone calls. May supervise or direct the work of other administrative clerical/secretarial employees. Oversees ordering and maintenance of office supplies and forms. May coordinate domestic or foreign travel arrangements. Performs related responsibilities as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A high school diploma or equivalent, and six years of secretarial or administrative support experience, OR a bachelor's degree and one year of administrative support experience. Proficient with word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software applications. NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee. Additional Details Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.

Responsibilities

This role involves providing essential administrative support to senior academic leadership within the Organization & Management areas, managing day-to-day office operations, and streamlining administrative processes. Key duties include budget preparation, calendar management, coordinating meetings, handling correspondence, and maintaining office efficiency and professionalism.