Administrative Assistant

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Administrative Assistant to provide support in the St. Johnsbury Vermont UVM Extension office to include maintaining conference room schedules and travel arrangements, tracking workshop registrations, coordinate event logistics, answering the phones and reception.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Associate’s Degree and one to three years of related experience with working knowledge of software applications used to support office functions and familiarity with Internet resources required. Effective interpersonal skills ability to interact with the public required.

Desirable Qualifications

A basic understanding of People Soft software and working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications desired.

Anticipated Pay Range

Anticipated Pay Range $24.00/hr to $29.00/hr

Other Information

This position is located at the St. Johnsbury Extension Office and may require travel to other UVM facilities, Extension field offices, or venues in Vermont. Candidate must have the ability to travel to various locations.

Special Conditions

Special Conditions A probationary period may be required, This position is ineligible for telework due to the essential functions, Background Check required for this position

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

Union Position

Union Position Yes, UVMSU

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Open Date 07/02/2026

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

Open Until Filled No

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground:
Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Univ Ops Administration OC2 N

Posting Number

Posting Number S6187PO

Department

Department Ext - Operations & Staff Sup/50042

Position Number

Position Number 002409

Percent of Full-Time

Percent of Full-Time 1.00

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5

Term (months per year)

Term (months per year) 12

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