Administrative Support Specialist

Mississippi State University; Starkville, Northern (MS, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi State University is seeking an experienced clerical assistant to perform a range of office support duties in a university department. The role includes data entry, drafting communications, and maintaining records.

You may greet visitors, answer calls, and coordinate basic travel arrangements while supporting daily operations with accuracy and discretion. The position requires a high school diploma and 2–4 years of clerical experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; 2–4 years clerical or office experience.
• Education may be substituted for experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical duties including typing, data entry, drafting letters and reports.
• Greet visitors and direct inquiries; resolve routine administrative problems.
• Answer telephone calls, route messages, and provide general information.
• Maintain files, records, and data for recurring internal reports.
• Schedule meetings and travel; maintain calendars and oversee appointments.

Skills

Organizing and coordinating skills

Confidentiality handling

Data entry and word processing

Receptionist skills

Calendar management

Written communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Mississippi State University is seeking an experienced clerical assistant to perform a range of office support duties in a university department. The role includes data entry, drafting communications, and maintaining records.

You may greet visitors, answer calls, and coordinate basic travel arrangements while supporting daily operations with accuracy and discretion. The position requires a high school diploma and 2–4 years of clerical experience.