Administrative Specialist- Law Enforcement Innovation Center-IPS Position Available In Anderson, Tennessee

Administrative Specialist- Law Enforcement Innovation Center-IPS
University of Tennessee Chattanooga Oak Ridge, TN Full-time Other
Posted on April 02, 2025
Job Description
The University of Tennessee Law Enforcement Innovation Center is seeking applications for the position of Administrative Specialist to work in the LEIC office, located in Oak Ridge, TN.
The University of Tennessee Law Enforcement Innovation Center is seeking applications for the position of Administrative Specialist to work in the LEIC office, located in Oak Ridge, TN.
Responsibilities
The purpose of this position is to provide administrative and/or clerical support services to the department. This position provides assistance to the internal operations of LEIC by performing transactions in DASH, Concur, Kte, iKte, and assisting in Business Office operations. This position performs a variety of well-defined, repetitive clerical duties following policies and procedures set up by the department and under direct supervision. This position performs other duties as may be assigned.
Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate degree preferred.

Experience:

Position requires five years of office experience and interacting positively with customers. Previous experience in an educational environment is preferred.

Skills:

Required skills include strong organizational skills and knowledge of proper accounting procedures. Knowledge of basic computer operations. Intermediate skills using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint). Basic analytical skills (verbal and written). The ability to interact with customers via phone, email, or face-to-face, representing the agency professionally. Ability to organize electronic information, along with data entry, keyboarding.
Preferred skills include knowledge of UT travel policies and procedures. Knowledge and ability to learn, understand and use Oracle (Dash), Marketplace, as well as the learning management system (KTE) and invoicing system (iKTE).

Behaviors:

Candidate must exhibit qualities of emotional maturity, genuineness, self-confidence, common sense, judgment, fairness, creativity, discretion, decisiveness, political savvy, diplomacy, tact, resiliency, adaptability, courage of convictions and tolerance for ambiguity.

Demonstrated behavioral expectations include:

• Unquestioned integrity and trustworthiness
• Commitment to the University’s mission and strategic plan, as well as missions and strategic plans for each campus/institute
• Ability to maintain confidential information
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and to foster teamwork

Location:

This position will report in-person in Oak Ridge however, occasional travel will be required with this position.
Applicants are encouraged to review all position requirements prior to applying. Salary is based on a combination of professional experience and qualifications. Applicants must submit resume, cover letter and at least three references. Position is open until filled.