Sr. Admin Support Specialist

University of Oklahoma•Lawton, OK

About The Position

The Sr. Admin Support Specialist provides broad administrative support to help the team stay organized and focused on its priorities. The role helps maintain an efficient, welcoming, and well-organized office and serves as a primary point of contact for employees, visitors, and external partners, connecting them with information, resources, and support. The position supports office activities, meetings, special projects, professional communications and materials, and accurate records and documentation. It also helps manage administrative processes, using sound judgment, discretion, and attention to detail when handling confidential information. The successful candidate anticipates needs, addresses routine challenges, takes initiative, and collaborates with colleagues across the department to complete work accurately and efficiently. Depending on departmental needs, duties may include timekeeping, payroll-related activities, and other operational functions. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Travel is not required. Pay is targeted up to $18.27 per hour, depending on experience. Benefits are available.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 24 months of office, clerical, or administrative experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Clear verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a service-minded, collaborative approach.
Ability to work independently, seek guidance when appropriate, adapt to changing priorities, and remain professional in a busy environment.
A valid driver's license may be required for work in certain areas involving vehicle operation; candidates assigned to locations requiring vehicle operation must possess and maintain an active, valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

Provide broad administrative support to the team and department.
Serve as a primary point of contact for employees, visitors, and external partners, connecting them with information, resources, and support.
Coordinate office activities and support meetings and special projects.
Prepare professional communications and materials.
Maintain accurate records and documentation.
Manage administrative processes, handling confidential information with sound judgment, discretion, and attention to detail.
Respond to requests in a timely and professional manner and collaborate with colleagues across the department.
Anticipate needs, address routine challenges, and take initiative to keep tasks moving forward.
Depending on departmental needs, support timekeeping, payroll-related activities, and other operational functions.