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Senior Administrative Assistant (19458)

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2026
Position Vacancy Announcement

Office of the General Counsel is pleased to announce the acceptance of qualified applications for the Senior Administrative Assistant vacancy.

Responsibilities

Provide executive and administrative support to OGC Attorneys and the Vice President by preparing and reviewing legal, financial, and operational documents; Managing schedules, workflows, and daily operations; Ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations; Serve as Agency Clerk by maintaining official records and coordinating administrative proceedings and appeals; Support budgeting, HR, payroll, purchasing, and contract tracking functions, while conducting research and assisting with reports, assessments, and policy analysis; Maintain confidential filing systems, assists with public records and paralegal tasks as needed, and performs additional duties to support the Division’s overall operations.

Minimum Qualifications

A high school diploma or equivalency and eight years of related experience; or a combination of post high school education and experience equal to eight years.

Recommended Competencies

Proficient in PeopleSoft, Workday, Revenue Vision, Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Microsoft Teams, DocuSign, and Zoom;

Ability to listen, learn and follow instructions, directives and processes;

Ability to handle telephone calls in a courteous and effective manner;

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing;

Ability to compose routine correspondence;

Ability to carry out administrative functions, which includes, but not limited to travel and board meetings notebooks. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate multiple work assignments;

Ability to collect and research data including for assessment and budgeting purposes;

Ability to timely complete assignments;

Ability to manage extensive workload, meet deadlines and function both as an active team member and independently with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail;

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise sound judgment while handling sensitive information, including confidential legal records and collective bargaining matters;

Knowledge of ability to interpret and apply related federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations;

Knowledge of office practices, procedures, and etiquette;

Ability to prioritize, organize and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously;

Knowledge of and the ability to interpret and apply related University policies, procedures, principles, and practices;

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships;

Understand the numerous challenges and opportunities that occur within the University environment and, as a result, exercise independent and prudent judgment in decisions that will protect University interests;

Ability to function calmly and effectively during the times of crisis and in stressful situations is essential; and,

Client development skills and the ability to work independently and productively as a part of a legal and administrative team.

Anticipated Salary Range

Negotiable.

Pay Plan

This is an USPS (University Support Personnel System) position.

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate is subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks and verification of education. An official college transcript, a high school diploma, or other educational documents must be submitted, where applicable, at the time of employment.

Only United States (U.S.) citizens or aliens who have a legal right to work in the U.S. are eligible for employment. Federal law requires proof of your authorization to work in the United States. You will be required to provide proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of employment.

Section 110.1128, Florida Statutes, prohibits employment by the State (including re-hire after a break in service) of any male born after October 1, 1962, who failed to register with the Selective Service System, under the provisions of the U.S. Military Selective Service Act, during the person’s period of eligibility (ages 18 through 25). Additionally, if currently employed by the State, this law prohibits the promotion of such person. You may be required to provide documentation.

How To Apply

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history and education details even if attaching a resume. If you are a current FAMU employee, you must apply through Self Service in iRattler. This search is being conducted under Florida law, including the Sunshine law and Public Records law.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you require a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADAA), please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity Programs at (850) 599-3076 at least ten (10) days prior to the start of the event. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the University by calling TDD via FRS (800) 955-8771.

Equal Opportunity/Access

Florida A&M University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Veterans'

Preference will be given to eligible Veterans’ and spouses of Veterans' as required by Florida Statutes.

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