Academic Department Specialist; NURS

Position: Academic Department Specialist (NURS)
Job Title Academic Department Specialist (NURS) Posting Number S01407P Type of Appointment FTF;
Full-Time Fixed Posting Category Office/Paraprofessional

Funding Information

MSU Salary Grade 475 Salary Range for Job Posting

Recruitment Recommendations

Anticipated Employment Start Date for Position 03/16/2025 Open Date 02/19/2026 Close Date 03/05/2026 Open Until Filled Yes

Position details

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The department of Nursing at Morehead State University is accepting applications for a full-time position as an Academic Department Specialist (NURS). The anticipated start date is March 16, 2026.

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 Department of Nursing Academic Departmental Specialist serves as the office coordinator and reports directly to the Department Chair. The Department of Nursing Academic Departmental Specialist has signing and approval duties as identified by the department chair; assists the departmental faculty and staff and serves as the initial contact with students and the public. The Department of Nursing Academic Departmental Specialist is responsible for the disposition of various requests made to the department.

He/she is responsible for many administrative operations following department and university regulations and directives relieving the department chair, faculty and staff of some administrative tasks. The Department of Nursing Academic Departmental Specialist must have 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.

The Department of Nursing Academic Departmental Specialist must be knowledgeable of department and university programs in order to answer inquiries based upon administrative policy. Making decisions, dealing with confidential matters, assisting faculty, and assisting other Department of Nursing clerical staff are included in this position. 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:

Bachelor's degree preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology and experience with payroll, budget monitoring, and the maintenance of bookkeeping records associated with office accounts is desirable. Knowledge of a variety of software applications.

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. :  and complete the MSU Application for Employment along with a 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 March 5, 2026. Contact the Office of Human Resources at  should you have questions about our online application. Please contact Michele Walters, the search committee chair, ters for questions regarding this position. MSU is an Equal Opportunity employer.

Organizational Relationships

The Academic Departmental Specialist (ADS) of Nursing reports to the department chair. The Academic Departmental Specialist of Nursing assists program coordinators, and supervises work study students. Interacts with higher administration, faculty, professional staff, students, and the general public.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods. Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. to deliver packages to offices.

Working Conditions

Busy office environment with interruptions and noise due to frequency of visitors, students, faculty, staff, and callers. Pressure may be expected on the job due to the frequency and number of visitors, students and callers, and the meeting of multiple job deadlines. Overtime may be required during emergencies. This position calls for initiative, good judgment, a high degree of responsibility, and the ability to deal with information of a…