Administrative Support Associate I

PeopleAdmin, Inc.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support the Department Chair. You will set up meetings, manage correspondence, and handle a range of administrative duties including promotions, merit processes for faculty and staff, and budget-related tasks.

This role requires proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook and related office software, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle confidential information. Monday–Friday, 8:00–5:00 on-site in Lexington, KY.

Qualifications

• Administrative support experience, preferably in an academic setting.
• Proficient in MS Windows and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with administrative tasks such as budget work and preparing proposals.

Responsibilities

• Set up and coordinate meetings for the Department Chair.
• Process correspondence and handle general administrative duties.
• Assist with promotions, merit reviews for faculty and staff, budget work, and project proposals.

Skills

MS Windows

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Tools

WordPerfect

HRS system

Pegasus

Job description

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting for extended periods of time.

Shift

Monday – Friday, 8:00 – 5:00

Job Summary

Serves as Administrative Assistant to Department Chair; setting up meetings, processing correspondence and other administrative duties such as promotions, faculty and staff merit performance, budget work, and project proposals.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• MS Windows, MS Word, Excel, Outlook, WordPerfect, HRS system, PowerPoint, Pegasus

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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