Senior Secretary - Mathematics and Sciences

Delta State University; Cleveland (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta State University in Cleveland, MS seeks a Senior Secretary for Mathematics and Sciences to manage the division office and support the chair. You will coordinate daily workflows, liaise with faculty, staff, and students, and assist with budgets, purchasing, and events.

Additionally you will help run the planetarium shows, assist guests, and handle guest transactions. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license; some college or secretarial experience is

Qualifications

• This position requires at least a high school diploma or GED.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Some college or secretarial experience preferred.
• Experience with Word, Excel, Publisher, and Banner preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the office of the Division of Mathematics and Sciences and assist the chair.
• Ensure workflow for the division office is maintained and assist with division operations as needed.
• Liaise with faculty, staff, and students in the division, assist with budgets, purchasing, events planning as needed, and other duties as required.
• Assist the planetarium director with running of shows, handling guests and selling items to guests.
• All other duties as assigned by the chair of the Division.

Education

Some college or secretarial experience

Tools

Word

Excel

Publisher

Banner

Job description

Senior Secretary - Mathematics and Sciences

Position Information

Job Title: Senior Secretary - Mathematics and Sciences

Working Title: Senior Secretary - Mathematics and Sciences

Position Type: Staff

Department: Mathematics and Sciences

Posting Number: 201201744

Full or Part Time: Full Time

Benefit Eligible: Yes

Salary Basis: 12 month

Open Date: 08/20/2026

Close Date: Open Until Filled Yes

Responsibilities

Manage the office of the Division of Mathematics and Sciences and assist the chair. Ensure workflow for the division office is maintained and assist with division operations as needed. Liaise with faculty, staff, and students in the division, assist with budgets, purchasing, events planning as needed, and other duties as required and needed. Assist the planetarium director with running of shows, handling guests and selling items to guests. All other duties as assigned by the chair of the Division.

Qualifications

This position must have at least a high school diploma or GED and be able to work well with people. Must have a valid driver’s license. Some college or secretarial experience preferred. Experience with Word, Excel, Publisher, and Banner preferred.

Salary

Salary Commensurate with experience, qualifications, and university’s resources.

Minimum Qualifications

This position must have at least a high school diploma or GED and be able to work well with people. Must have a valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

Some college or secretarial experience preferred. Experience with Word, Excel, Publisher, and Banner preferred.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • DSU Employee
  • DSU Job Website
  • Invited by Department to Apply
  • MS State Employment Service
  • HigherEdJobs
  • Chronicle of Higher Education
  • Diverse Issues
  • Indeed.com
  • Other
• * Will you now or in the future require "sponsorship" for an employment based visa status?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• Other Document
• Letter of Reference 1
• Letter of Reference 2
• Letter of Reference 3

Delta State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Delta State University is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment free from sexual and gender-based discrimination or harassment. Our goal is for all to have equal access to the many great services and opportunities we offer. For more information, or to report an incident, see https://www.deltastate.edu/titleix/ or email [e-mail] .