Sr Administrative Assistant

Sr Administrative Assistant

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Position Details

Summary Operating Title Sr Administrative Assistant Long Classification Title Senior Administrative Assistant Campus Location Durham Department UNH CHHS Health Management & Policy Summary of Position Provide administrative support to two undergraduate and two graduate academic programs, department faculty, department chair, and assistant director.

• Coordinate student admissions and recruitment efforts; Coordinate course scheduling; Provide administrative support during curriculum revision and promotion and tenure processes;
• Schedule and arrange logistics for departmental meetings, attending and taking minutes; Manage all department and office operations;
• Manage student records and provide course registration and advising support for faculty and students; Create and manage documents, such as meeting agendas, reports, correspondence, and online resources;

Maintain and update department website; Supervise work study students; Perform other duties as assigned. This is an on-campus position working from the office each day.

Acceptable minimum level of education HS or equivalent Acceptable minimum years of experience 5-7 years Additional Job Information Posting Number PS4775FY25 Other minimum qualifications

• High school graduation and at least seven years of related experience involving duties of increasing responsibility requiring discretion and independent judgment, or Associate’s Degree and five years of related experience, or Bachelor’s degree and three years of related experience, or a combination of higher education and related experience equal to seven years.
• Advanced computer skills, including e-mail and calendars, spreadsheets, database and website management, use of search engines, presentations, and other software applications.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Organizational skills and ability to effectively multi-task
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the general public.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Supervisory experience
• Experience in a college / university work environment
• Advanced proficiency in computer software programs (Microsoft Office suite; Adobe, mail merge, DRUPAL, spreadsheets, presentation software).
• Experience with university-wide programs (e.g., Banner, Workday, WEBI, Time and Room, Canvas, My Courses, etc.).
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Basic financial management skills
• Effective time management and project management skills
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Demonstrated proactivity and self-direction.

Salary Information Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.

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