Administrative Assistant 2

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Work type: Classified
Location: Boise, ID
Categories: Administration and Business Operations, Education and Training, College of Education, Entry-Level, Mid-Level

Job Summary/Basic Function:

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

Department Overview:

The Teacher Education Program in the College of Education offers a range of undergraduate and graduate programs (including fully online options) that lead to teacher certification in Idaho. Our programs offer high-quality clinical practice opportunities led by faculty and mentor teachers who provide feedback, support, and guidance through the teacher preparation process.

Level Scope:

Applies skills and job knowledge in area of specialization; may adapt procedures, operations, techniques, tools, materials, and/or equipment to meet needs of area of specialization; may work on non-routine tasks; resolves issues/makes working decisions within area of specialization or responsibility with minimal supervision.

Essential Functions:

● Coordinate administrative activities which require frequent contact with executives, the public, other agencies, and campus officials. May attend meetings to relay and collect information.
● Independently research, analyze, and compile information to prepare reports, handle complaints, or resolve problems; compose correspondence for supervisor on own initiative or from general instructions; format/type a variety of executive, sensitive, confidential, official, and/or legal letters and documents.
● Exercise discretion and independence in applying policies and procedures
● Responsible for the research, compilation, and organization of materials for administrators’ use in problem resolution.
● Responsible for financial record keeping including monitoring budgets, preparing financial transactions.
● Supervise student support staff or have leadwork responsibilities.
● May be responsible for ensuring that assignments given to other staff are completed and timelines are met. May supervise students and staff.
● Proactively seek opportunities to enhance the customer experience and provide specialized information regarding teacher education.
● Responsible for processing and facilitating materials for admittance to the Teacher Education program.
● Collect and prepare data for accreditation and reporting measures.
● Assist in the planning, coordination, organization, and facilitation of meetings, workshops, and other events.
● Process payments for the Teacher Education program.
● Coordinate and order office supplies and equipment.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

● Ability to compose official correspondence, reports, research papers and other complex documents; providing administrative support to an administrator, director or senior staff member.
● Some knowledge in; bookkeeping; financial software; state and local government organization structure, functions, and decision-making processes.
● Excellent attention to detail, and strong organizational and time management skills.
● Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Experience: in 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

● At least 3 years of experience using good organizational skills and with multi-tasking while in situations with interruptions.
● At least 3 years of experience providing excellent customer service.
● Good knowledge of Google Office Suite, Transact, Oracle Fusions Cloud, and PeopleSoft.

Salary and Benefits:
 
Salary range is $19.04 to $22.59 hourly and is commensurate with experience. Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package, including (but not limited to):
Required Application Materials:

Cover Letter, Resume, and contact information for three references.

About Us:

Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We’re a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond.

Boise State is proud to be recognized by Forbes as the only Idaho employer listed in the top 100 of all national midsize and large employers. We’re building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, experiences, and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed.

Learn more about Boise State and living in Idaho’s Treasure Valley at https://www.boisestate.edu/about/

 

 

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