Extension Administrative Support Specialist McCurtain County

Oklahoma-State-University; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University Extension in Idabel, OK is seeking an administrative support role to assist extension educators. The position handles agency accounts, data entry, and daily office tasks using MS Office and related software.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of clerical or customer service experience, and strong communication and organizational skills. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for official travel are required.

Qualifications

• High School/GED required.
• 1 year of clerical/customer service experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Quicken.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent people skills and ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and updated agency accounts including purchases, deposits, travel, etc.
• Perform and/or delegate database entry and management for extension programs.
• Use Microsoft Office and other software to assist daily activities.
• Interpret OSU, County, and Extension policies for efficient office management.
• Act as liaison between county, district, or state offices as appropriate.
• Respond to telephone calls, visitors, and written requests with courteous communication.

Skills

People skills

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Oral and written communication

Education

High School/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Quicken

Job description

Campus

OSU-Stillwater

Contact Name & Email

Brad Bain, [e-mail]

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm with occasional evenings and weekends

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

$15.00 - $18.00

Hourly

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.

About this Position

Oklahoma State University (OSU) Extension is an outreach to serve all of greater Oklahoma to help Oklahomans solve local issues and concerns, promote leadership and manage resources wisely. Programs focus on increasing opportunities for agricultural enterprises, natural resources and environmental management, food, nutrition, health and safety education, youth, family and community development.

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of Oklahomans!
Who Are We: https://extension.okstate.edu/about-us.html
Why OSU Extension: https://extension.okstate.edu/extension-careers.html
OSU Agriculture: https://agdivision.okstate.edu/

There are lots of great reasons to work at OSU, check out our great benefits and eligibility at https://hr.okstate.edu/prospective-ee.html

This position is located in Idabel, OK at the McCurtain County Extension Office. Provides administrative support for extension educators located in the county extension office. Duties include:

• 1) maintain accurate and updated agency accounts to include purchases, deposits, travel, etc.
• 2) Perform and/or delegate database entry and management relative to extension programs.
• 3) Use knowledge and keyboarding skills of Microsoft Office and other computer software to assist in assigned daily activities.
• 4)Understand and interpret various OSU, County, and Extension regulations, policies, and office procedures for efficient office management.
• 5) Act as liaison between county, district, or state offices as appropriate.
• 6) Display courteous and effective communication while fielding telephone calls, receiving and directing visitors, and responding to oral and written requests.

Continuation of employment is based upon need, performance, and available county funding.

Required Qualifications

• High School/GED (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
• 1 year of clerical/customer service experience.

Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses:

Valid Driver's License. Reliable transportation for travel connected with official duties. Reimbursement for official travel.

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Quicken.
• Excellent people skills.
• Ability to multi-task; yet pay particular attention to details.
• Good organizational skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.