Administrative Assistant - Admissions - University of Houston

Houston, TX

About the Job

Administrative Assistant - Admissions-(STA015289)Adminstrative Assistant - Admissions

Organization

:H0210 Admissions

Description

Provides administrative staff support to a university executive. Organizes and coordinates activities of the unit.

Drafts correspondence, memoranda, speeches, position papers, program/grant proposals and other written documentation.
Assists in organizing activities of the unit, such as retreats, staff development, committee appointments, internship programs, awards ceremonies, etc.
Serves on committees and task forces as a representative of the unit.
Responds to information requests from internal and external agencies and offices and conducts research to assist in policy and program development.
May collect information and write and edit newsletter or news bulletins for the unit.
Participates in special projects and prepares a variety of statistical reports as needed.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

EEO/AA

Qualifications

Bachelors and 3 years experience

Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed. Experience: Requires a minimum of three (3) years of directly job-related experience.

Experience will not be considered in lieu of education.

Education will not be considered in lieu of experience.

The ideal candidate for this position shouldpossessthe following:

Higher Education experience.
Service leadership skills including mutual respect, active listening, and responsiveness.
Must be a multi-tasker, organized, and able to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, with strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Ability to clearly interpret and implement policies and procedures.
Ability to interact with all levels of internal and external constituents.
Proficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite.

The following documents arerequired:

Cover letter delineating themanner in whichyour work experience applies to the posting.
Resume
Salary History
Transcript
Three work references. The hiring department expects you to name current or past supervisors.

NOTE: We willmaintainyour confidentiality andnotify youbefore contacting any of your references.References will be contacted only after the interviewing process has been completed.

Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

Salary:Commensurate with Experience/Education

Employee Status

:Regular/Benefits

Job Posting

:Sep 23, 2024, 9:48:05 PM

Source : University of Houston