Job Description
Administrative Specialist II, Alumni Relations
University of Idaho
Appointment Information
Working Title: Administrative Specialist II, Alumni Relations
Division/College: 3911-Constituency Experiences
Department: 921-FDN Constituency Experiences
Location: Moscow
FTE: 1
Advertising Pay Range: $19 per hour or higher, commensurate with experience
Is this position contingent on work and/or funding: False
FLSA Status: Classified
Type of Appointment: Full Fiscal Year
Position Overview:
The position provides a wide range of operational support to visitors, students and employees, navigating a variety of administrative processes, procedures and cyclical calendars of activities critical to the operation of the unit within the broader university. The primary responsibility is to serve as an administrative process expert and coordinator. The position may serve as first point of contact for the department while also performing administrative functions such as researching information and solving problems for faculty, staff and students, and providing program and/or event assistance.
Duties may include:
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Compose, proofread, edit and distribute a variety of business documents and routine reports
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Maintain schedules and event calendars
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Coordinate logistics for regular travel and meetings
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Collect and organize data, enter information into various electronic systems in accordance with university or department procedure to ensure accuracy and compliance, validate information and resolve conflicts in data
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Review internal operating procedures and practices to determine whether improvements can be made in areas such as workflow and records management
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Greet office visitors and respond to incoming calls and email correspondence. Provide information about office services and processes, redirect inquiries to appropriate offices/individuals
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Manage inventory
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Other duties as assigned
Required Experience:
- One year performing office support functions such as document or records management, composing or editing and formatting business documents, reception and/or customer service
- Using computer software and applications for word processing, spreadsheets, email and internet research
- Balancing a workload of assigned tasks to meet multiple deadlines
Required Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Required Other:
- Ability to work nonstandard business hours, including weekends and holidays
- Possess a valid driver's license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehicles
Additional Preferred:
- Experience working in a higher education setting
- Knowledge of University of Idaho and its procedures and protocol
- Understanding of financial transactions
- Strong customer service skills
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written
- Ability to use techniques and procedures in program and event development; e.g. managing, coordinating, administrating and providing record keeping
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Must be able to bend, twist, climb stairs
- Ability to lift, carry and/or otherwise move up to 25 pounds as needed for event support and inventory management
Open Until Filled: True
Special Instructions to Applicants: To receive first consideration, please submit a letter of qualification, current resume, and references (last 3 supervisors) no later than November 16th.
In your letter of qualifications ( https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/applicant-resources ) using details and examples, please address all of the required and preferred qualifications for this position and how your experience and skills align.
If you would like to see the full job description, please contact Christy Day at cday@uidaho.edu.
Visa Sponsorship: No
Degree Requirement Timeline: Degree required at time of hire
To apply, please visit: https://careers.uidaho.edu/jobs/administrative-specialist-ii-alumni-relations-moscow-idaho-united-states
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Why U of I?
Are you brave and bold? Come be a part of the Vandal family!
Diversity
The University of Idaho is committed to promoting access and inclusion, which is supported by the Office of Equity and Diversity. A variety of programs, services and policies promote our diversity initiatives and contribute to a respectful, responsive environment that supports the entire university population.
Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package that includes core benefits such as medical, dental, and vision, as well as retirement and other exciting supplemental benefits that enhance the employment experience and life at U of I.
Work/Life Balance
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Employee Assistance Plan: Benefit Services offers a robust employee assistance program that is free and confidential. It provides eligible employees and their families with the opportunity to discuss personal problems with a professional counselor, receive unlimited telephone and Internet access to resource and referral information and obtain other self-help information.
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Time Away from Work: The university offers a generous paid time off package for benefit-eligible employees, as well as 12 paid holidays a year.
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Lactation Rooms: Designated locations across campus offer private rooms and resources for mothers to breastfeed or pump.
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Campus Recreation: Student Recreation Center memberships are available to board-appointed U of I faculty, staff and their spouses. Employees must use payroll deduction for memberships.
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Eligible employees can purchase wellness passes for the Student Recreation Center using payroll deduct.
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Events: Check out what university events are being offered, including seminars, classes, arts/entertainment, and social gatherings.
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Educational Resources: Benefit-eligible employees and their families can enroll in University of Idaho courses at discounted rates using the education benefit.
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U of I Children's Center: University employees have access to a year-round, child-centered child care center, conveniently located on campus. Fees vary depending on age and schedule.
About the area
Located in the beautiful rolling hills of the Palouse, Moscow is a great place to live, work and play! In addition to housing our residential campus, this safe, close-knit community offers amazing restaurants, arts and entertainment, shopping, recreational activities, and breathtaking natural beauty.
Area Resources:
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If you have any questions about pursuing a career at U of I, contact employment@uidaho.edu or 208-885-3611.
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