Administrative Assistant

Drury University•Monett, MO

21d

About The Position

Supports the Drury GO, CAMP, and TRIO programs through general office procedures and administrative duties, including organization, communication, correspondence, and filing. Provides day-to-day clerical support to the CAMP and TRIO programs and administrative support to Drury GO staff, faculty, and students. The role also assists CAMP and TRIO Directors with projects, research, and presentations, and supports student appointments, documentation, program activities, records, and budgets. Other job-related duties may be assigned by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and three years of proven administrative experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Excellent computer skills and proficiency with all components of Microsoft Office.
Good design capability and interest in continually acquiring skills.
Ability to use a copy machine.
Excellent written communication and attention to detail.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of materials handled or seen while performing job responsibilities.
Ability to organize and prioritize workload independently and complete assignments in a timely manner.
Analytical skills for maintaining records and preparing reports.
Understanding of program deadlines and the academic process related to the department's programs.
Ability to interpret instructions in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule formats.
Ability to be creative and flexible.
Ability to establish good rapport with students.
Ability to anticipate ways to assist staff in their daily work.
Ability to present a positive attitude and neat, professional appearance when greeting students, faculty, and campus visitors.

Nice To Haves

Post-secondary education or an associate degree.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day clerical support for the CAMP and TRIO programs.
Coordinate logistics for meetings and events.
Attend meetings as required and prepare, distribute, and file materials as needed.
Maintain student records.
Provide budgetary support.
Prepare event materials, such as programs and flyers.
Provide administrative support to Drury GO staff, faculty, and students.
Assist CAMP and TRIO Directors with projects, research, and presentations.
Make appointments for new students and document contacts with current students.
Coordinate program activities.
Maintain organized, audit-ready electronic and physical files in accordance with U.S. Department of Education guidelines.
Reconcile CAMP and TRIO program accounts monthly and retain receipts for purchases.
Maintain a non-complex office filing system manually.
Maintain office and classroom supply inventory and order or purchase supplies as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.