Administrative Assistant 2, Community & Public Health

Pocatello - Main
NOT eligible for remote work, on-campus position

Idaho State University, established in 1901, is aCarnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution, with a culture built on trust, compassion, stability, and hope. ISU serves over 12,000students in Pocatello, Meridian, Twin Falls, and Idaho Falls. Students and faculty at ISU are leading the way in cutting-edge research and innovative solutions. We are proud to offer exceptional academics nestled in the grand,natural beauty of the West.

We invite you to apply to be a part of our University community!

To perform complexsecretarial, office administration, and public relations assignments; perform related work.

This Administrative Assistant 2 leads and organizes the administrative operational functions for the Department of Community and Public Health. The successful candidate serves as a front-line liaison from ISU to students and their families, staff, faculty, alumni, and the public. In collaboration with the Department Chair, this position provides oversight and guidance on the implementation of day-to-day office administration including workflows, procurement, contracts, facilities management, academic support, marketing, and outreach.

Strategic planning and organizational skills are essential, as is the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

This position is not eligible for new visa sponsorship at this time. Candidates who already hold valid U.S. work authorization may be considered.

• Maintaining a strong, team-focused environment that enables the department to excel in teaching, research, and service.
• Directs and manages work processes, administrative procedures and policies to maintain effective and efficient operations.
• Provides administrative support to the Chair and Program Directors by implementing office processes, records management, managing data requests, and understanding university policies and procedures.
• Develops and coordinates marketing, recruitment, and other communications for students and their families, staff, faculty, alumni, and the public.

Good knowledge of:
-Office support functions including word processing, filing, composing a variety of business documents and reception.
-Researching, compiling,and summarizing data for reports.

Experience:

-Interpreting, applying and explaining complex information such as regulations, policies or services.
-Independently solving problems/performing liaison activities in a work setting.
-Coordinating activities requiring complex arrangements.

Some positions at ISU may require one or more of the following:

Some knowledge of:
-Financial recordkeeping.
-Supervisory practices.

Good knowledge of:
-Legal terminology.
-Investigative procedures.

Experience:

-Public Relations.
-Using dictation/transcription equipment & taking minutes.

ISU minimum for this classification is $19.01/hour, commensurate with education and experience.
To be considered for this opportunity, apply on or before November 22, 2026. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, and vision; life insurance; disability plan; employeeassistanceprogram (EAP); excellent retirement options and company contribution; and generous paid time off/sick leave accrual. All offers of employment are conditional pending the successful completion of a background investigation, provided by Hire Right.

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