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Northwestern State University
Administrative Assistant 3
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What they do
An Office or Administrative Assistant performs administrative work in an office. Works in a wide variety of office settings, such as a company or business, or a government office or school. Manages paper and electronic files, uses office equipment including computers, responds to phone calls and emails, routes mail and maintains calendars and schedules.
$39,187 / year median in Louisiana
-1% projected decline
Job Description
Administrative Assistant 3 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars Natchitoches, LA $2,387
- $4,089 a month
- Full-time Northwestern State University 76 reviews $2,387
- $4,089 a month
- Full-time Salary $2,387.00
- $4,089.
Accepting Direction:
The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.Communicating Effectively:
The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.Demonstrating Accountability:
The ability to take ownership of actions, behaviors, performance, decisions, and outcomes.Thinking Critically:
The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well-supported conclusions. Acting withEthics and Integrity:
The ability to make choices that reflect ethical standards, integrity, and honesty, regardless of circumstances or personal benefit. Minimum Qualifications Two years of experience in administrative services.EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION
Every 15 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as six months of experience. Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties:
Provide basic and advanced clerical assistance to assigned personnel, including the Office of Clinical Practice and Partnership Prepare contracts for all adjunct faculty, cooperating teachers, university supervisors, school personnel, and professional service contracts for full-time faculty Track assignments and budgeting for all adjunct, course steward, and overload contracts Maintain the master schedule for the School of Education each semester Maintain records and communicate with Business Affairs regarding lab fees for courses each semester Facilitate all time-keeping documentation for faculty/staff/GAs/student workers in the School of Education Maintain files for all full-time and adjunct faculty regarding annual trainings Manage appointments and calendar for the Director of the School of Education; assist the director with travel and leave forms Work with the Alumni president and committee for the selection of the Hall of Distinguished Educators each summer and the collection of memorabilia during homecoming festivities Prepare and process travel for field experiences, payment for residents, mentors, and other school personnel Maintain keys; order supplies; submit maintenance requests for the SOE Take minutes during the School of Education faculty meetings Process daily mail and distribute to units within TEC Coordinate sign-in sheets and time sheets for student workers and graduate assistants Check for submission of office hours, syllabi, goals, FAR, etc., from faculty Assist with the collection and storage of submitted Faculty Activity Report documentation and Promotion/Tenure virtual binders Facilitate the federal background check system Assist in setup, preparation, and cleanup for Homecoming receptions, graduation receptions, annual award ceremonies, etc. Assist in training new administrative assistants, student workers, and graduate students Assist the Director of the School of Education with preparation for accreditation initiatives, grants, and other special projects Maintain and process files and budget items for assigned Endowed Professorships and other budget lines within theSOE Position-Specific Details:
Appointment type: Full-time, Probational Work schedule: Monday toThursday:
7:00 AM- 4:30
PM, Friday:
8:00 AM- 12:00 PM Work location:
The School of Education How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.Contact Information:
Antigone Speed, HR Specialist speeda@nsula.edu Northwestern State University Institutional Effectiveness & Human Resources Notice of Non-Discrimination (Full Disclosure) Northwestern State University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. All complaints or inquiries related to Title IX should be directed to the Director of Title IX Compliance and Title IX Coordinator, Julie Powell (318-357-5570), Room 306 of the Friedman Student Union, or email tix@nsula.edu. In accordance with Section 35.106 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), all participants, applicants, organizations, and interested individuals are advised and notified that the ADA Coordinator for Northwestern State University for facilities is the Director of University Affairs, Jennifer Kelly (318-357-4300), located in Room 128 Caspari Hall, or email andersonje@nsula.edu. For student academic services, contact the Director of Access and Disability Support, Crissey Smith (318-357-5460) located in Room 111 Watson Memorial Library, or email smithcr@nsula.edu. For faculty/staff accommodations and services, contact Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Human Resources, Veronica M. Biscoe (318-357-6359), Room 111 Caspari Hall, or email ramirezv@nsula.edu. Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program: Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/ Parental Leave- Up to six weeks paid parental leave More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx Holidays and Leave
- State employees receive the following paid holidays each year: New Year's Day Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
- Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase. Retirement
- State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works).