Administrative Assistant II

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Provides administrative support by receiving and directing visitors, fielding telephone calls, scheduling meetings, organizing events, composing and editing correspondence, and providing routine and general office support.

Job Details:

Job Category:
Non-Exempt
Hiring Range:
Commensurate with experience
Pay Basis:
Hourly
Subject to Grant Funding:
No

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Proficient knowledge of MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook; data entry skills;
  Internet research abilities.
• Knowledge of office practices and procedures (e.g., filing, answering telephones, and supply/equipment ordering).
• Ability to enter and verify information with accuracy.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Strong administration skills – organized, thorough, systems orientated with meticulous attention to detail.
• Proactive, punctual and reliable.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and supervisory staff at all levels.

Physical Requirements /

Working Conditions:

• May be exposed to short, intermittent, and/or prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing in performance of job duties.
• May be required to accomplish job duties using various types of equipment/supplies, to include but not limited to pens, pencils and computer keyboards.

Required

Education:

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Required Experience: High School Diploma and three (3) years of administrative/clerical experience in an office environment.
OR
Associate's Degree and two (2) years of administrative/clerical experience in an office environment.

Nova Southeastern University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary. NSU considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.