Administrative Assistant III – Criminology & CJ/Anthropology

Wayne State University; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne State University in Detroit seeks an Administrative Assistant III for the Criminology & Criminal Justice/Anthropology department. The role partners with leadership to coordinate financial, personnel, facilities and administrative activities and to maintain complex accounts and budgets.

The position requires strong supervisory and communication skills and the ability to manage deadlines, workflow, and reporting across a large unit.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with coursework in business administration, accounting or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Considerable knowledge of accounting procedures and practices.
• Considerable knowledge of and experience with University policies and procedures.
• Strong supervisory experience required.
• Strong oral and/or written communication skills; ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate financial, personnel, facilities and administrative activities to ensure efficient operation of a large department.
• Plan, develop and maintain special accounting procedures for several complex accounts and budgets.
• Prepare specialized reports and detailed major proposals for department; develop programs and services.
• Supervise, interview, select and evaluate non-exempt and temporary staff; provide instruction and guidance.
• Prepare personnel and payroll actions and records; ensure staffing levels and payroll accuracy.

Skills

Accounting procedures

University policies

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Deadline management

PC & LAN tech

Office software

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field

Tools

FMS/BAR

HRMS

PPS

GBS

Job description

Wayne State University in Detroit seeks an Administrative Assistant III for the Criminology & Criminal Justice/Anthropology department. The role partners with leadership to coordinate financial, personnel, facilities and administrative activities and to maintain complex accounts and budgets.

The position requires strong supervisory and communication skills and the ability to manage deadlines, workflow, and reporting across a large unit.