Office Assistant II

Oakland University; Rochester (MI); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Oakland University seeks a part-time clerical specialist to coordinate multi-step clerical processing under established procedures. The role supports students and alumni pursuing educator certification through the Michigan Department of Education.

The position is PT/Reg (20 hours per week) with two days on campus and up to four hours remote after training. The incumbent will be part of the Oakland University Professional Support Association (MEA/NEA).

Qualifications

• High school graduation or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four years general office work including some experience in prioritizing work and meeting deadlines.
• Keyboarding skills to perform successfully in the position.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment.
• Ability to interact with the public, students, faculty, and staff.
• Knowledge of proper grammar, spelling and punctuation and the ability to utilize proper standard office source manuals.
• Experience in clerical accounting/bookkeeping.
• Ability to compose correspondence.
• Ability to work under pressure with extreme accuracy.
• Ability to deal effectively with people under stress.
• Ability to perform intermediate word processing and intermediate spreadsheet applications as demonstrated by a skills assessment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the clerical processing for a specialized function according to procedures.
• Serve as an informational source for inquiries.
• Assist the Certification Officer with supporting current students and alumni in earning educator certification.
• Contribute to timely and accurate clerical operations according to regulations and precedents.

Skills

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Data entry

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Typing/keyboard skills

Customer service

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Office equipment operation

Job description

Department 0040 - School of Education & Human Services

Position Number

Position Number 989325

Requisition No.

Requisition No. S02830

Salary Range/Pay Rate

Salary Range/Pay Rate $24,119 annually

Benefits of Working at Oakland University

This position is an Oakland University Professional Support Association- MEA / NEA position. The incumbent will be represented by the MEA / NEA .
This position will remain open a minimum of five (5) working days. External applicants may be considered. Qualified bargaining unit members will receive interviews and initial consideration.

Employee Group/Grade

Employee Group/Grade C-7

Job Category

Work Schedule

Work Schedule PT/Reg (20-39 hours)

Shift/Days

This is a part-time position. Two days on campus, and up to four hours remote work possible after training period

Pay Schedule

Pay Schedule Month

Number of Hrs./Wk.

Number of Hrs./Wk. 20

Position Information

Position Information

Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduation or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four years general office work including some experience in prioritizing work and meeting deadlines.
• Possess the keyboarding skills necessary to perform successfully in the position.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment.
• Ability to effectively interact with the public, students, faculty, and staff.
• Knowledge of proper grammar, spelling and punctuation and the ability to utilize proper standard office source manuals.
• Experience in clerical accounting/bookkeeping.
• Ability to compose correspondence.
• Ability to work under pressure with extreme accuracy.
• Ability to deal effectively with people under stress.
• Ability to perform the functions consistent with intermediate word processing and intermediate spreadsheet applications as demonstrated by a skills assessment.

Desired Qualifications

All Qualifications

Unless otherwise required by an applicable collective bargaining agreement, all minimum, additional and desired qualifications are preferred, but qualifications, degrees, and/or experience deemed comparable and/or equivalent by Oakland University in its sole and exclusive discretion may be considered.

Assists the Certification Officer with supporting current students and alumni in earning educator certification through the Michigan Department of Education.

Position Purpose

To coordinate the clerical processing for a specialized function by performing a variety of multi-step processes according to a specified framework of procedures, regulations and precedents; and to serve as an informational source.

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 09/15/2026

Position Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you a member of the Oakland University Professional Support Association-MEA/NEA?
  • Yes
  • No
  • No Response
• * Describe your experience using word processing, spreadsheet and data base applications. Be specific and identify the program(s) that you have used.

  (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Optional Documents

371 Wilson Boulevard, Rochester, MI 48309
248-370-2100