JOB SUMMARY: This Administrative Assistant performs the duties of an executive assistant in support of the day-to-day operations of the Office of the Dean and other Senior Administration. CHARACTERISTIC JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Promote and preserve the mission of LECOM;
- Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of accreditation processes, governing body responsibilities and overall operation of the institution;
- Effectively communicates with affiliated organizations, consultants, vendors, etc. in all matters of mutual importance;
- Acts as departmental representative with faculty, staff, students, and visitors in a professional, friendly manner;
- Maintains FERPA / confidentiality concerning student information/grades and their security in accordance with applicable law and Institutional Policy and Procedure;
- Maintains the Dean’s daily schedule and assists with that of the Dean and other Senior Administrators;
- Prepares Weekly Calendar Report for the Dean;
- Prepares PowerPoint presentations for the Dean;
- Coordinates travel for all SDM administration, faculty and staff;
- Reconciles monthly AMEX bill for Dean’s credit card with Accounting, if necessary;
- Coordinates Event Request Process and all room reservations for the SDM building;
- Integrates academic scheduling into the room reservation process;
- Updates academic room calendars and prints monthly and/or as changes are made;
- Serves as the recording secretary for the SPG Committee or other related committees;
- Maintains professional appearance and pleasant demeanor at all times;
- Assists with disposition of all incoming and outgoing correspondence;
- Maintains a filing system for all correspondence and for all pertinent records, answer phones, takes messages and performs various daily correspondences on an as needed basis;
- Participates in interviews with candidates for employment in Administration;
- Writes/Processes Dean’s Letters, reports, surveys, etc.;
- Works directly with the Dean to properly manage committee memos, minutes and agenda;
- Orders supplies and completes work orders in a timely manner;
- Participates in designated Institutional activities;
- Codes and submits all check requests and orders; and
- Other duties as needed /assigned by the supervisors and/or designee to maintain efficient and effective daily operations.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Must possess required knowledge and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. - Strong computer literacy with MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel…etc.) and accurate data entry skills;
- Excellent organizational skills;
- Maintaining an established work schedule;
- Ability to be self-reliant and follow instructions;
- Possess a typing speed of at least 65 wpm with a high degree of accuracy;
- Ability to create, take dictation, or transcribe documents;
- Sound decision-making capabilities and the ability to work independently and as directed by the Dean and other Senior Administration;
- Expertise in typing/composing, editing and submitting surveys, reports, letters, memos, etc., via regular mail, certified mail, e-mail, Federal Express, UPS, or fax.
- Capable of assuming responsibility; initiating appropriate action; and maintaining confidentiality;
- Possess excellent grammar, writing and proofreading skills;
- Experience in using various office equipment, i.e. copier, fax, scanner, etc.;
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment that requires multitasking;
- Effectively using interpersonal and communications skills including tact and diplomacy;
- Effectively using organizational and planning skills, including, but not limited to, attention to detail and follow-through;
- Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands;
- Maintaining confidentiality of work related information and materials;
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships;
- The ability to accept work requests from other managers and supervisors in a respectful and cooperative manner and to independently answer such requests;
- The ability to work cooperatively and collegially with others, consistent with a workplace of dignity and respect and EEO rules and regulations;
- The ability to devote full attention and energy to the important work of LECOM in a timely fashion; and
- Be able to be flexible to accept other duties needed/assigned for the Institution’s needs.
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