Administrative Assistant IV - Academic Dept Support

Tennessee State University; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennessee State University is seeking an Administrative Assistant IV to support the Department of Accounting, Economics, and Finance. The role focuses on coordinating clerical tasks, assisting faculty and students, and ensuring smooth administrative operations.

With a strong emphasis on communication, records management, and travel arrangements for the department chair and faculty, this position helps maintain high-quality academic offerings and supports the college's commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and at least three years of admin experience.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and follow instructions; maintain relations with students, employees, alumni.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and phone systems.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative support to the Department of Accounting, Economics, and Finance and the Dean’s Office.
• Prepares non-routine correspondence, agendas, meetings, and drafts minutes for review.
• Maintains student, personnel, financial, and other department records.
• Manages travel arrangements for the department chair and faculty.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Time management

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Phone systems

Job description

Tennessee State University is seeking an Administrative Assistant IV to support the Department of Accounting, Economics, and Finance. The role focuses on coordinating clerical tasks, assisting faculty and students, and ensuring smooth administrative operations.

With a strong emphasis on communication, records management, and travel arrangements for the department chair and faculty, this position helps maintain high-quality academic offerings and supports the college's commitment to excellence.