Administrative Support Assistant - Academic Affairs

State-of-Georgi; Georgia; On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Georgia is seeking an Administrative Support Assistant to support Academic Affairs and the Dean of Business Services. This Day shift role emphasizes accurate document processing, data entry, proofreading, and maintaining a professional, organized office environment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED with two years of related experience, or an associate degree in Business Administrative Technology with one year of experience; preference for higher degrees.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to handle phone communications professionally.
• Proficient in word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact with the public.
• Able to make decisions and solve problems independently.

Responsibilities

• Supports administrative staff in the business and professional services division.
• Works independently with minimal supervision while using time effectively.
• Proofreads and edits documents for content, accuracy and consistency.
• Maintains a professional and organized office environment.
• Performs complex document processing using Microsoft Office and other software.
• Performs DegreeWorks data entry and catalog data entry.

Skills

Phone techniques

Computer skills

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Business Administrative Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title: Administrative Support Assistant - Academic Affairs

Job Requisition ID: JR0000000743

Number of Openings: 1

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details: $30,000

Job Description

DUTIES

• Performs and completes tasks and assignments associated with support of administrative staff in the business services and professional services division.
• Works independently with little instruction or supervision while utilizing time wisely.
• Proofreads and edits documents for content, context, accuracy and consistency.
• Maintains a professional and organized office environment.
• Completes complex processing of documents and/or transactions for organization through the use of Microsoft Office products as well as other computer software products.
• Responsible for some DegreeWorks data entry as well as catalog data entry.
• Monitors use of and maintains supplies, equipment and/or facilities for assigned work unit or program area.
• Reports directly to the Dean of Business Services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Applicants must have high school diploma or GED equivalency and two years of work-related experience OR associate degree in Business Administrative Technology and one year of work-related experience.
• Preference will be given to applicants with associate degree or bachelors degree.

COMPETENCIES

• Ability to demonstrate proper phone technique;
• Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs;
• Oral and written communication skills;
• Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public;
• Decision making and problem-solving skills.

Equal Opportunity Institution – Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discriminationon the basis ofan individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Oconee Fall Line Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, andtenureshall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, includingdiversitystatements. The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution’s ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.

EEOC Coordinator – Rosemary Selby,478.553.2055 TitleIX Coordinator – JenniferTodd,478.553.2098 ADA/Section 504 Coordinator –SakettaBrown

Minimum Qualifications: High school graduate or equivalent *and* Six (6) months of related work experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.

Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.