Strategic Administrative Operations Lead

Mississippi State University; Starkville (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi State University is seeking an administrative professional to provide and coordinate the administrative function for a large division. Responsibilities include improving procedures, preparing operating and budget reports, and managing events calendars.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and 4–6 years of related experience. The role emphasizes strong communication and proficiency with standard office software.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma.
• Experience: 4-6 years directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Substitution: Not allowed.
• When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, additional education may count toward the experience requirement at one year of education per year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Directs, supervises, and coordinates the administrative function of a complex office.
• Studies, analyzes, and recommends procedures and processes to improve continuity and reporting.
• Analyzes operating practices to create or revise procedures; stay abreast of trends in administrative operations.
• Coordinates collection of and participates in the preparation of operating reports using word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.
• Develops, plans, and implements programs, office policies, and procedures relevant to unit mission and goals.
• Gathers data for budget preparation and inventory reports, prepares or assists in the preparation of the annual budget, and procures all supplies, furniture, and office equipment.
• Manages complex events calendar for unit; coordinates the logistics of unit functions and events.
• Develops summary reports, analyzes for administrator, and makes recommendations regarding findings.
• Interviews, trains, and evaluates subordinate support staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Office software proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree in accounting or business (preferred)

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Database software

Job description

Mississippi State University is seeking an administrative professional to provide and coordinate the administrative function for a large division. Responsibilities include improving procedures, preparing operating and budget reports, and managing events calendars.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and 4–6 years of related experience. The role emphasizes strong communication and proficiency with standard office software.