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Administrative Specialist II

Summary

Positions oversee the administrative activities of a complex office or serve in a lead administrative support capacity in a larger unit.

Examples of Work

Job functions are specific duties that would be included in the essential functions of the job description.  These functions are not all-inclusive nor do they cover the full extent of the duties performed.

  • Establishes priorities and deadlines, makes work assignments, and manages office activities.
  • Performs confidential or non-routine administrative duties.
  • May provide advanced administrative support to a chair or director and act on supervisor’s behalf with delegated authority.
  • Manages unit human resource functions; assists in the resolution of complex human resource issues within the unit.
  • Interprets federal and state laws, rules, regulations, University and department/college policies and procedures and ensures compliance.
  • Disseminates information to unit and serves as a unit resource for databases, websites, word processing, reporting, policies, and procedures.
  • Serves as a unit contact and liaison to the public and other university departments; oversees the provision of administrative services and the resolution of problems and inquiries.
  • Receives and maintains confidential or sensitive information.
  • Manages inventory, mail, equipment, security, or facilities.
  • Researches, prepares, and writes reports, presentations, event materials, articles, or handbooks.
  • Monitors budgets and coordinates budget preparation.
  • Manages grants and contracts budgets; may contribute specific expertise to preparation and administration of sponsored projects.
  • Compiles data, conducts research, performs independent analysis, and formulates recommendations on administrative matters.
  • Arranges and coordinates large events or conducts special administrative projects.
  • Coordinates promotion and tenure process.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree and three years of appropriate experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licensure and Certification

N/A

Supervision

This position may include supervisory responsibility.

Competencies

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