Academic Department Specialist (BUSA)

Academic Department Specialist (BUSA)

S01355P

FTF; Full-Time Fixed

Office/Paraprofessional

475

07/01/2025

04/29/2025

05/13/2025

Yes

The department of Business Administration at Morehead State University is accepting applications for a full-time position as an Academic Department Specialist (BUSA). The anticipated start date is July 1, 2025.

Morehead State University is located in Morehead, KY, a designated Kentucky Trail Town, nestled in the Daniel Boone National Forest, in close proximity to Cave Run Lake. This location provides opportunities for a wide range of outdoor recreation activities. Morehead State University is recognized as one of the top public universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report. Additionally, Morehead State University is relatively close to a number of larger cities including Lexington, KY, Louisville, KY, and Cincinnati, OH. Morehead State University delivers a strong and affordable education for friendly, ambitious students who thrive in a student-focused learning environment defined by small class sizes and faculty committed to teaching and student success.

RESPONSIBILITIES: With limited supervision, the Academic Department Specialist coordinates office operations and reports directly to the chair of the academic department; has signing and approval duties as identified by the department chair; assists the departmental faculty and serves as the initial contact with students and the public. This position also provides secretarial support for departmental grants.

The Academic Department Specialist manages the office within the context of departmental and university regulations and directives, assuming some administrative tasks as needed. The position requires the ability to anticipate tasks that need to be done and to work independently with initiative to accomplish tasks while simultaneously completing the daily routine work. Dealing with confidential matters is a critical aspect of this position.

REQUIREMENTS: Associate’s degree or high school diploma (or GED equivalent) with two years of secretarial experience. Must have experience with and knowledge of various computer software related to department needs.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in an academic or similar setting preferred. Additional experience beyond that minimally required. Specialized experience with payroll, budget monitoring, and the maintenance of bookkeeping records associated with office accounts.

SPONSORSHIP: This position is not budgeted for Visa Sponsorship.

Morehead State University is a comprehensive, regionally focused university providing high quality instruction at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The University has an enrollment of over 9,000 students. To apply, visit: https://moreheadstate.peopleadmin.com and complete the MSU Application for Employment along with a cover letter, resume, and the name and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin after the close date and continue until the position is filled. For preferred consideration, apply by May 13, 2025. Contact the Office of Human Resources at (606) 783-2097 should you have questions about our online application. Please contact Janet Ratliff, the search committee chair, at j.ratliff@moreheadstate.edu for questions regarding this position. MSU is an Equal Opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The Academic Department Specialist reports to the Department Chair. The Academic Department Specialist supervises workstudy students and/or other clerical staff. Interacts with administrators, faculty, staff, students, and the general public.

Position may require sitting for long periods of time.

The Academic Department Specialist works in a highly productive office environment with interruptions and noise due to frequency of visitors, students, faculty, staff, and callers. Pressure is expected on the job due to the frequency and number of visitors and callers and the meeting of multiple job deadlines. Overtime may be required during emergencies. This position calls for initiative, good judgment, and a high degree of responsibility, and the ability to handle information of a confidential nature.