Office Assistant III

Oakland University

Oakland (CA)

Hybrid

USD 35,000 - 48,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Oakland University seeks a full-time Office Coordinator to support a complex program area, handling coordination, reporting and communications. The role requires strong grammar, keyboarding and word processing skills, plus the ability to interact professionally with students, staff and the public.

Work is FT with up to two days per week remote; pays attention to deadlines and provides dependable service. Open date 09/16/2026, within a MEA/NEA represented unit.

Qualifications

High school graduation or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Four years progressively responsible office experience, including direct experience in office coordination, i.e., prioritizing work assignments, maintaining work flow to meet deadlines.
Ability to compose correspondence.
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 ability to utilize proper standard office source manuals.
Possess the keyboarding skills necessary to perform successfully in this position.
Ability to perform the functions consistent with intermediate word processing and intermediate spreadsheet applications as demonstrated by a skills assessment.

Skills

Office coordination

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Grammar and punctuation

Keyboarding

Word processing

Spreadsheet skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Office equipment

Job description

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-8

Work Schedule

Work Schedule FT/Reg (40 hours)

Shift/Days

This is a full-time position. Up to two (2) days work from home per week (specific days to be determined).

Pay Schedule

Pay Schedule Month

Number of Hrs./Wk.

Number of Hrs./Wk. 40

Position Information

Minimum Qualifications

High school graduation or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Four years progressively responsible office experience, including direct experience in office coordination, i.e., prioritizing work assignments, maintaining work flow to meet deadlines.
Ability to compose correspondence.
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 ability to utilize proper standard office source manuals.
Possess the keyboarding skills necessary to perform successfully in this position.
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.

Position Purpose

To provide specialized office assistance, coordinating procedural business or service activities for a complex program area involving processing, implementing, advising on, and reporting specialized subject matter.

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 09/16/2026

Position Specific Questions

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