Administrative Assistant Short Term Hourly (Temporary)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Del Sur (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a skilled administrative assistant in Del Sur, California. This position involves performing high-level secretarial duties to support the Dean, including managing office communications, coordinating activities, and maintaining confidentiality in all dealings.

The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and three years of increasingly responsible secretarial experience. The role calls for active participation in budget preparations and efficient office operation practices.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school including coursework in business, secretarial science, or related field.
• Three years increasingly responsible secretarial experience.
• Ability to type at 60 words per minute.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily division office activities and coordinate communications.
• Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, and other documentation.
• Greet visitors and manage communication with the public.

Skills

Confidentiality

Microsoft Office Suite

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school graduate with coursework in business or secretarial science

Three years increasingly responsible secretarial experience

Tools

Computers

Office equipment

Word processors

Job description

DESCRIPTION

BASIC FUNCTION: Implements directives of the Dean and performs a wide variety of complex specialized secretarial and administrative functions in support of the division; coordinates communication and office activities assuring efficient office operations; performs a variety of duties and responsibilities which are of a sensitive and confidential nature; and performs other related responsibilities as may be assigned.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: E = indicates essential duties of the position

• Organizes and manages the daily activities of the division office to assure efficient and effective office operation; coordinates communications and handles administrative matters; develops and implements efficient and effective office practices and procedures. (E)
• Performs a variety of duties independently in support of functions delegated to the assigned administrator; interprets and applies rules and regulations as appropriate. (E)
• Prepares correspondence independently or from oral instructions; drafts, prepares, and edits a wide variety of materials such as correspondence, reports, surveys, forms, charts, and other documents; utilizes the computer to perform advanced-level word processing functions including complex formatting of documents, creating charts, developing spreadsheets and using a variety of software; verifies data for accuracy, completeness and compliance with established procedures; inputs and retrieves computerized data. (E)
• Greets visitors, initiates and answers telephone calls, screens and directs calls and visitors to appropriate personnel; responds to requests for information from students, staff and the general public regarding District programs, policies, procedures and regulations; exercises discretion and confidentiality in evaluating and/or resolving problems and complaints, including security and safety issues. (E)
• Coordinates communication and activities with other District departments and personnel, students, educational institutions, vendors, other outside organizations and the public; obtains and provides information regarding District personnel and the general public regarding District programs, policies, procedures, and regulations. (E)
• Develops schedules related to division activities and services; assembles information, verifies accuracy and inputs or oversees the input of information into the computer; processes data according to established procedures and timelines; processes division schedule changes, posts notices accordingly. (E)
• Assists in budget preparations; maintains records of expenditures and other financial records. (E)
• Organizes, establishes filing and record keeping systems; maintains a variety of files, and records including those of a sensitive and confidential nature. (E)
• Compiles information and data from a variety of sources for reports and assist in the preparation of statistical and narrative reports from a variety of sources; conducts research as required; prepare, duplicates, and collates materials. (E)
• Schedules meetings and appointments for assigned administrator; prepares agenda items for meetings; maintains records, attends meetings and prepares minutes for distribution to appropriate personnel. (E)
• Receives, opens and routes mail; orders, issues, and maintains department supplies and forms; orders and disburses a variety of materials to other departments; faculty, student and the community. (E)
• Provides training and work direction to student assistants, hourly personnel and others as assigned; participates as requested in hiring personnel and provide input regarding performance evaluations. (E)
• Schedules classroom and facilities use; coordinates with facilities and necessary personnel; initiates and assists at special events and performs research and other special projects; coordinates activities between the administrators and staff, students, the public or other District or campus officials; obtains and provides information, coordinates student and public activities and resolves problems. (E)
• Completes and submits forms related to staff absences and/or leaves and prepares payroll reports.
• Processes new hires and resignations including request for phone extensions, network accounts, Banner access, email, keys, general supplies, and assembles new hire packets for disbursement.
• Acts a liaison between the Dean and the Inter Club Council, their advisors, the Associated Student Association-student government members and the Student Trustee.
• Provides appropriate interface between the community, business representatives, students, faculty and the dean. (E)
• Maintains efficient tracking of all tasks and projects to ensure timely completion of all tasks and projects essential to the business of the division. (E)
• Prepares brochures and program flyers. (E)
• Takes and transcribes dictation and utilizes transcription equipment; maintains confidentiality of sensitive information as appropriate. (E)
• Performs other related duties as may be assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school including or supplemented by coursework in business, secretarial science or related field and three years increasingly responsible secretarial experience.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Operations, procedures and activities of a division office.
• Microsoft Office Suite and other software and hardware applications.
• Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
• Financial and statistical record-keeping techniques.
• Receptionist and telephone techniques.
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• District organization, operations, policies and objectives.
• Operation of office machines including computer equipment and applicable software.

ABILITY TO:

• Perform responsible secretarial support duties for a dean.
• Provide information and communicate effectively with college personnel, students and the public.
• Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Compose correspondence independently.
• Perform responsible clerical work rapidly and accurately.
• Type at 60 words net per minute.
• Take dictation and transcribe accurately.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.
• Compile and organize data and prepare reports.
• Operate a variety of office equipment such as typewriter, computer, printer, word processor, calculator and other equipment as assigned.
• Learn and apply procedures, rules, regulations and terminology concerning the assigned division.
• Work independently with little direction.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Complete work with many interruptions.
• Work confidentially with discretion.
• Train and provide work direction to others.

PHYSICAL EFFORT

Requires the ability to exert some physical effort, such as walking, standing and light lifting, bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to retrieve and maintain files. Minimal dexterity in the use of fingers, limbs and body in the operation of office equipment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Normal office environment, subject to interruptions.

CONTACTS

Co-workers, students, other departmental personnel, vendors, contractors, and the general public.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state laws and regulations.