Eastern Florida State College is currently seeking applications for the full-time position of Administrative Support Specialist on the Melbourne Campus in Melbourne, Florida.

The annual salary is $33,850. Successful internal candidates for external job postings should be aware that their current salary does not transfer to the new position. Salary will be as advertised in the job announcement. Full-time employees of Eastern Florida State College receive fringe benefits including health insurance and a retirement plan.

Provides administrative support for the AVP of Student Affairs and assists in the coordination of functions, programs, initiatives & events associated with all the departments that fall within Student Affairs. Works cooperatively with staff, faculty, and students.

The following minimum qualifications for this position must be met before any applicant will be considered:

• Associate’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• At least five years’ experience in office management.
• Supervisory experience.
• Good communication (oral & written) and excellent customer service skills.
• Proficient in use of computer/word processing software.
• Ability to work independently & good problem-solving skills.
• Valid Florida Motor Vehicle Operator’s license required.For individuals unable to obtain a driver’s license, a valid Florida ID is required.Employees and/or volunteers unable to obtain a Florida driver’s license, will not be allowed to drive any college vehicle, golf cart or any other motorized vehicle on college property.
• This position will require successful fingerprinting and the candidate chosen will be required to pay the associated fee (currently $37.25).This fingerprinting fee ($37.25) is non-refundable.
• Understanding of and commitment to Equal Access/Equal Opportunity.
• Official transcripts of all collegiate work will be required to be considered beyond the application phase. *

• High School Diploma or GED or transcripts or official transcripts of all collegiate work (as appropriate for the position) must be sent directly from the attended institution to the Human Resources Office prior to the first day of employment. All foreign degrees must have a course-by-course official evaluation and translation sent to the Human Resources Office directly from an evaluation company affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc.

Minimum physical qualifications:

• Ability to lift, push, pull, or move up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to access, input, and retrieve information and/or data from computer.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Must be able to adapt to frequent interruptions due to telephone, student, staff, faculty, and other customer traffic.
• Occasional travel to other campuses or outside meetings.

Applications will be accepted from March 21, 2024 through April 2, 2024; however, the College reserves the right to extend or conclude searches without notice. Applications must be submitted prior to 5:00 p.m. on the closing day. This is a covered position under Chapter 295 Florida Statutes, which provides for Veterans’ Preference in employment for eligible veterans and eligible spouses of veterans.