What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Secretary -Career Services position at Alabama State University?
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Compose letters and memorandums from general notes, and proofread all materials typed to ensure accuracy using correct English, spelling, vocabulary, and arithmetic
- Compile factual information from files records, publications and other sources, and tabulates this information in accordance with standardized report form
- Receive, open, sort and distribute mail as directed
- Maintain accurate and current records of departmental purchases, equipment, travel statistical data, daily office activities, daily program activities and appointments
- Establish and maintain accurate and current files of letters, reports, records and other documentary material, and ensure that information in these files is kept confidential
- Render administrative assistance as directed in accordance with specific written or oral instructions
- Receive and place telephone calls, schedule appointments and meetings, make reservations, greet visitors and callers, records messages, and perform the functions of office receptionist
- Prepare requests for office supplies as needed and receive such supplies
- Perform general office management duties, recommend methods for improving office procedures and perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor
- Prepare flyers and newsletters, update webpage, maintain career related websites, handle paperwork and schedules, maintain program records such as internships, coordinates events, and perform other duties as assigned
- Demonstrate sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic, and military background of community college students.
- Provide administrative support in other areas of Student Development and Engagement unit as directed by supervisor to assist with processing travel arrangements, requisitions, purchase orders, contracts, and letters of determination using PeopleSoft
A typing proficiency exam of 40 net words per minute is required. Proficiency exams administered by ASU's College of Education, and State of Alabama Employment Service Centers are accepted.
EEOC STATEMENT:
It is the policy of Alabama State University to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.
Federal law requires identity and employment eligibility verification on Form I-9 within three (3) business days of employment.
All positions require the passing of a background check and some the passing of a drug screen.