Senior Administrative Specialist

Florida State University; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

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Job summary

Florida State University seeks a professional to serve as a special assistant to the dean of the College of Criminology and Criminal Justice. The role covers managing the dean’s office, coordinating meetings, drafting and editing documents, planning events, and supporting development efforts.

The position also serves as a subject matter expert for faculty administrative and HR matters and handles overall administrative duties in a busy academic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and four years' experience or high school diploma with eight years' experience.
• Combination of post-high-school education and work experience equal to eight years.
• Master’s degree preferred to enhance writing and editing responsibilities.
• Experience in academic or university administration is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage the dean’s office and operations.
• Coordinate meetings and communications with university leadership.
• Write, draft, proofread and edit documents for the college.
• Plan special events and assist with administrative functions.

Skills

Drafting

Proofreading

Editing

Meeting coordination

HR knowledge

Administrative support

Fundraising support

Education

Bachelor's degree and four years' experience

High school diploma or equivalent and eight years' experience

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Department

Dean’s Office College of Criminology and Criminal Justice

Responsibilities

This is a professional position serving as a special assistant to the dean of the college. Responsible for managing the dean’s office, coordinating meetings, communicating with university leadership, writing drafts, proofreading and editing documents, planning special events and other administrative functions. Assists the dean with development and fundraising. Serves as the subject matter expert for faculty administrative and HR matters. Assists with overall administrative matters.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and four years' experience or a high school diploma or equivalent and eight years of experience. (Note: or combination of post high school education and experience equal to eight years.)

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree preferred, demonstrated ability to write, proofread, revise and make final edits for documents and/or presentations, FSU or other educational organizations work experience.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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Considerations

This is an A&P position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.