Administrative Assistant Temporary Pool Posting

Western Carolina University; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution seeks a proactive Administrative Assistant to support various departments. This temporary role involves general administrative duties, such as managing calendars, answering phones, and word processing. The ideal candidate will be a quick learner with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and at least 1-2 years of office experience. You'll thrive in a dynamic environment where your contributions directly support the university's operations. Join a forward-thinking team and make a meaningful impact in the administrative landscape of higher education.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in an office environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Perform general administrative tasks including answering phones.
• Manage calendars and assist with word processing.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Independent Work

Quick Learning

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Administrative Assistant Temporary Pool Posting

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This posting is to fulfill administrative support needs as they arise across all departments. While the pool remains active, applicants will be contacted as needed.

Applicants must apply online.

PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS.

Qualified applicants will be contacted by the department directly if selected for interview.

Please Note: Temporary employees are paid bi-weekly on an hourly basis and do not receive benefits.

Posting Details

Posting Information

Microsoft Office Suite
Quick learner, ability to work independently

High School diploma and a minimum of 1-2 years office environment experience.

Posting Number	temp hourly227P
Quick Link for Internal Postings	https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/7221
Classification Title	Administrative Assistant Temporary
Working Title	Administrative Assistant Temporary Pool Posting
Department	Human Resources and Payroll
Salary Range	$13.00 - $15.38
Posting Information	This position is on site at our Cullowhee (or Biltmore) campus. General administrative work that may include, answering phones, managing calendars, word processing, possible spreadsheet development and or maintenance. Other duties as may be assigned specific to a department.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications

Posting Text

This posting is to fulfill administrative support needs as they arise across all departments. While the pool remains active, applicants will be contacted as needed.

Applicants must apply online.

PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS.

Qualified applicants will be contacted by the department directly if selected for interview.

Please Note: Temporary employees are paid bi-weekly on an hourly basis and do not receive benefits.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program.
Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call [phone] or email at [e-mail].

The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.

Open Date	06/30/2017
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Background/E-Verify
Credential Verification
EOE
University Safety

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application


2. Resume


3. List of references

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. 
   How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   
   
   
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   
   
   • Inside Higher Ed
   
   
   • HERC - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
   
   
   • Website - Jobs.wcu.edu
   
   
   • Indeed.com
   
   
   • Personal Referral
   
   
   • Agency Referral
   
   
   • Other
   
   
   
   


2. *
   Are you currently enrolled in 6 or more credit hours?
   
   
   
   • Yes
   
   
   • No
   
   
   
   


3. *
   Are you currently enrolled as a student at WCU?
   
   
   
   • Yes
   
   
   • No