Senior Administrative Specialist

Florida State University; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida State University in Tallahassee seeks a professional Special Assistant to the Dean for the College of Criminology and Criminal Justice. You will manage the dean’s office, coordinate meetings and communications with university leadership.

Responsibilities include drafting, proofreading and editing documents, planning events, and supporting development and fundraising efforts. You will also serve as the subject matter expert on faculty administration and HR matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Four years' experience in administration or eight years with high school diploma.

Responsibilities

• Manage the dean’s office operations and schedule.
• Coordinate meetings and communications with university leadership.
• Draft, proofread and edit documents.
• Plan special events and other administrative functions.
• Support development and fundraising efforts.
• Act as subject matter expert on faculty administrative and HR matters.

Skills

Meeting coordination

Editing documents

Proofreading

HR knowledge

Fundraising support

Education

Bachelor's degree + 4 years experience

High school diploma + 8 years experience

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.

This position is being re-advertised. Previous applicants need not apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.