Administrative Assistant II

HU101 The Howard University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Work-Life Balance

Financial Wellness

Professional Development

Additional Perks

Job summary

Howard University’s Talent Acquisition team seeks an experienced administrative support professional to handle a variety of office tasks. You will respond to inquiries, prepare documents, and maintain budgets and schedules in a confidential, professional manner.

The role emphasizes accuracy, organization, and effective communication with faculty, staff, students, and the public. A stable, supportive work environment includes competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• General office/administrative duties with basic knowledge of office operations.
• Ability to compose correspondence and reports with proper grammar and formatting.
• Experience using common office software and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Receive and screen calls and visitors, provide information on policies and procedures.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, presentations, spreadsheets, and minutes.
• Collect, compile, and organize data for reports and projects.
• Process routine administrative transactions and maintain records.
• Coordinate workflow and implement office procedures.

Education

High School diploma or GED

AA/AS may substitute for 4 years of experience

BA/BS may substitute for up to 4 years of work experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission. At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth.

Here is what we offer:

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
• Work-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
• Financial Wellness: Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match
• Professional Development: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
• Additional Perks: Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture

https://hr.howard.edu/benefits-wellness

BASIC FUNCTION:

The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of intermediate office/administrative support duties which require a thorough knowledge of a function or functions within a department or work unit. The incumbent will apply specialized functional knowledge to independently analyze and respond to administrative matters within established limits. General direction and supervision is typically received from a department supervisor, manager, assistant/associate director or assistant/associate dean.

NATURE AND SCOPE:

Internal contacts may include university administrators, faculty, staff, students, and student organizations. External contacts may include visitors, vendors, consultants, alumni, applicants, and members of the general public. The incumbent is expected to provide professional, courteous, and responsive customer service while maintaining confidentiality and exercising sound judgment.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Receive and screen telephone calls and visitors; assist visitors or callers by answering questions or providing information regarding office/department policies or procedures utilizing thorough knowledge of office operations; determine when referral to a supervisor, appropriate staff member, or other office is appropriate.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, presentations, spreadsheets, meeting materials, meeting minutes, and other routine business documents.
• Collect, compile, and organize data for reports, projects, and departmental activities.
• Process routine work orders, purchase requests, supply orders, reimbursements, and other administrative transactions in accordance with established procedures.
• Receive, distribute, and track incoming and outgoing correspondence and departmental communications.
• Maintain and reconcile budgets for departmental accounts; monitor expenditures and perform simple analysis of accounts; prepare both special and recurring reports for supervisor and authorize payments within prescribed limits.
• Coordinate the workflow of the office.
• Implement office procedures and practices.
• Relay direction from supervisor to coordinate administrative procedures to department and/or among other offices.
• Answer inquiries on general and technical matters in accordance with established guidelines and forward other items to supervisor or appropriate staff.
• Compose correspondence, reports, or other documents from rough drafts, shorthand notes, or Dictaphone tapes using correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Schedule appointments for supervisor as directed utilizing knowledge of priorities and prearranged plans.
• Ensure office staff is informed of new or revised procedures and any pertinent information regarding assigned function(s); updates related policy/procedure manuals.
• Arrange meetings, schedule conferences, facilities, and services as directed by supervisor; notifies attendees or participants of time and Place.
• Ensure timely dissemination of information to students and faculty through the design and maintenance of bulletin boards and electronic documents.
• Monitor and assist with the oversight of property management, security, safety, building maintenance services and related tasks as assigned and directed.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Ability to develop and maintain proficiency in the utilization of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and related software applications to perform a variety of typing and/or project assignments. Knowledge of general office procedures and practices. Knowledge of basic record-keeping procedures. Skill in basic arithmetic, grammar and spelling. Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective and harmonious work relations with faculty, staff, students and the general public.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

High School diploma or GED and 1-3 years of general work experience. AA/AS may be substituted for 4 years of required work experience. BA/BS may be substituted for up to 4 years of work experience. Note: This position description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as may be required. The university has the right to revise this position description at any time. This position description is not to be construed as a contract for employment.

Compliance Salary Range Disclosure Compensation Range:

$27/hr - $30/hr

Howard University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, sex,sexual orientation,gender or gender identity, marital status, religion, disability or protected veterans status. Veterans and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Inquiries regarding provisions for persons with disabilities or veterans status, Equal Employment Opportunity and Title IX should be directed to the Office of Employee Relations and Equal Employment Opportunity at 202-806-1280.

This position description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as may be required. The university has the right to revise this position description at any time. This position description is not be construed as a contract for employment.