Department Assistant - Natural & Health Sciences
Milwaukee, WI  / Wauwatosa, WI 
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Posted 107 months ago
Position No Longer Available
Position No Longer Available
Job Description
 SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Department Chair, the assistant is responsible for maintaining a harmonious flow of persons and communications to and from the office, as well as performing numerous office and support duties while being able to work independently on projects.
 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
 
  • Screen and direct phone calls to the appropriate person.
  • Greet and direct visitors to the office—students, faculty, staff, and visitors to the campus.
  • Create and proofread departmental correspondence, memos, meeting schedules, agendas, minutes, and other documents as required.
  • Handle and direct all incoming mail. Assist with the administrative responsibilities as needed.
  • Establish and maintain confidential office files.
  • Complete requisitions in response to invoices for payment.
  • Assist as needed with other projects/activities associated with this office.
  • Maintain student data base for department, prepare reports or mailings as needed. Record grades and compile grade point average information
  • Assist full-time and part-time staff as needed.
  • Prioritize and manage department work requests consulting with relevant faculty and staff.
  • Supervise and delegate work to student workers
 
 

QUALIFICATIONS

 
  • High School diploma or GED required.  College level coursework desired.
 
  • Two (2) years of experience required as an Administrative Assistant or related area.  Previous experience in a Human Resources support role preferred.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
  • Effective written and oral communication and presentation skills
  • Strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills
  • Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to multitask
  • Ability to work independently and under minimal supervision

 

Position No Longer Available
Job Summary
Start Date
Immediately
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
2 to 5 years
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