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Secretary (Natural Sciences)
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A Secretary performs office administrative work and provides administrative assistance to an office staff. Organizes files and assists with record keeping and data base management. Manages office calendars and helps to organize office workflow. Provides administrative support for reports and budgets. Documents office expenses. May handle phone inquiries. May help to arrange travel for office staff.
$38,354 / year median in Alabama
-5% projected decline
Job Description
The Secretary will perform secretarial and clerical work and receptionist duties. Some of the varied responsibilities of the position include working with students in recruiting and applications for scholarships, preparation of correspondence and reports, preparation of payroll, troubleshooting and maintaining office machines and providing support for Instructors. Respond to telephone calls and in person visitors requesting information or services, provide information, take messages, and assist visitors in finding the person or location they are seeking. Provide general secretarial and clerical assistance, including typing correspondence, course materials, tests, and other material as requested. Organize and maintain office files and maintain inventory of office supplies. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned, required, or directed by the College. The College reserves the right to assign additional tasks and to alter or reassign job duties as necessary to meet business and operational needs. To perform these essential functions, the Secretary must be present at work. Therefore, attendance is an essential function. Minimum of one (1) year of postsecondary education with 15 semester hours in related field. Minimum of one (1) year related experience. Must be skilled in office management, including scheduling and multi-tasking, and must be able to work well with others. Must be proficient in the use of computer applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel. Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, have reading skills to comprehend and edit documents, and the math skills required to assist with payroll and formulate reports.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
A complete application packet must be received no later than 1 p. m., Tuesday, August 25, 2026. A complete application packet consists of: (1)Completed Wallace State Community College employment application with three work references. (2)Résumé (3)Cover letter describing specifically how your experience and qualifications meet the qualifications outlined for the position. (4)Verification of experience (employment) will be required after the interview process and prior to an offer of employment. Letter(s) must come from current and/or former employers, verifying employment experience to meet minimum required qualifications. Letter(s) must include employment dates and job title and be on official letterhead with an authorized personnel signature. (5)Separate transcripts from each college attended (photocopies will suffice until employed) Applicants must meet eligibility requirements to work in the U.S. at time of appointment. All application materials must be submitted as a complete packet and will become the property of the College. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only application packets received during the period of this announcement will be considered.APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT
WWW.WALLACESTATE.EDU/EMPLOYMENT Please Note:
ALL APPLICATION MATERIAL MUST BE SCANNED.
It is recommended that you have digital (such as pdf) copies of your cover letter, resume, employment verification documents (if applicable), ALL required transcripts, and any other document identified in the vacancy announcement ready when you begin the on-line application process. You will be given the opportunity to upload these documents during the process. Human Resources Monday- Thursday 7:30 am
- 4:30 pm Friday 7:30 am
- 2:00 pm 256-352-8020 When you finish the steps to apply, you will receive an on-screen notice that you have successfully applied.