• Screens telephone calls and visitors, independently handles routine matters and forwards the
• reminders to appropriate parties.
• Schedules and coordinates meetings for AVP and Dean of Students
• Makes travel arrangements for AVP and Dean of Students following general instructions and campus procedure. Performs necessary follow-up for vouchers, expense reports and reimbursements.
• Edits, formats and revises a variety of documents and materials created by others.
• Composes responses to response to routine inquiries in accordance to general instructions.
• Develops and implements and maintain paper and electronic filing systems which meet department needs and satisfy requirements.
• Gathers and consolidates background information for reports utilizing available resources such as departmental files policy and procedure documents, Internet research and communication with internal and external contacts.
• Orders supplies and equipment. Oversees equipment maintenance.
• May assist with department budget, updating department accounts and creating routine reports.
• Assist Student Experience with related programs and events.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Two years of experience providing administrative support.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

• General knowledge of and skill in the practical application of generally accepted office practices and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to proofread and edit written documents.
• Skill in various computer software packages, such as word processing, spreadsheets, database, and presentation programs, Internet, email and calendaring software.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to interact effectively with internal and external parties in a courteous and efficient manner.
• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and execute multiple and continuing assignments with general instructions.

UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.