Description

Jackson State University, an NCAA Division I member of the Southwestern Athletic Conference and one of the leading institutions of higher education in the region is accepting applications for the position of Administrative Assistant.

Examples of Duties

SUMMARY OF DUTIES
Specific duties and responsibilities associated with this position shall include, but are not
limited to:
• Provide administrative support to the Walter Payton Recreation and Wellness Center by
answering and returning phone calls, managing daily/weekly schedules, emails, written
correspondence.
• File important documents in an orderly manner for easy retrieval upon request.
• Collect timesheets from student employees.
• Produce accurate minutes from staff meetings.
• Review and submit invoices for payments related to the Walter Payton Recreation and
Wellness Center budget.
• Set up and maintain accurate filing systems for the Walter Payton Recreation and
Wellness Center.
• Update department policies and lists.
• Provide orientation and support for new department staff members.
• Maintain department office equipment; anticipate needs and order office supplies.
• Create work orders for the Walter Payton Recreation and Wellness Center staff
members and coordinate facilitation of requests with Facilities.
• Maintain calendar of events for the Division of Athletics.
• Oversee student-employment.
• Add reservations calendar for conference rooms.
• Attend athletics special events such as fundraisers, orientations, open houses, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

Must have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED, plus three (3) years of work experience related to the described duties.