Executive Assistant - Philosophy and Religious Studies

Middle Tennessee State University; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick Leave

Vacation Leave

Medical, dental, vision, and life ins.

Retirement plans

Educational benefits

Job summary

Middle Tennessee State University seeks an Executive Assistant for the Philosophy and Religious Studies Department. This role involves providing vital administrative support to faculty and students, managing departmental expenses, and facilitating travel arrangements.

The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma and three years of related experience. MTSU offers an extensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Three years of secretarial, clerical, or administrative support experience required.
• An associate’s degree plus one year of related experience, or a bachelor’s degree, may be accepted in lieu of the experience requirement.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the department.
• Compose correspondence and maintain files and reports.
• Initiate travel arrangements for conferences or special events.
• Prepare adjunct faculty and department contracts.

Education

High School diploma or High School Equivalency (HSE)

Job description

Job Title

Executive Assistant - Philosophy and Religious Studies Department

Salary

$40,656 - $49,804; commensurate with experience

Job Summary/Basic Function

Provide administrative support to the students, faculty, and chair for the department of Philosophy and Religious Studies and contribute to the successful operation of the department. Tasks might include: compose correspondence; maintain files and reports; monitor and maintain department expenses and reporting; initiate travel arrangements for conferences or special events; prepare adjunct faculty and department contracts; develop and maintain enrollments and course offerings; maintain key and equipment inventory; order office equipment and supplies; monitor tasks of student workers; schedule meetings, agendas, oversee website and any social media accounts, assist with internships, facilitate relationships with the Dean's office, etc. Perform other related tasks as assigned.

Required Education

High School diploma or High School Equivalency (HSE) required.

Required Related Experience

Three years of secretarial, clerical, or administrative support experience required. An associate’s degree (two years of college coursework) plus one year of related experience, or a bachelor’s degree, may be accepted in lieu of the three-year experience requirement.

Required License/Registration/Certification

CAP/CPS preferred but not required

Documents Needed to Apply

Cover Letter & Resume Required

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:

• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
• 13 paid University holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://police.mtsu.edu/annual-security-report/ or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at [phone].

MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply:In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email [e-mail].

Application Review Date:September 28, 2026