Administrative Specialist

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number 20270013NE Job Title Administrative Specialist Number of Vacancies 1 About Murray State

Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.

About Murray State Benefits

Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Equal Opportunity Employer/AA. Murray State University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, disability or political or social viewpoint. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Type of Employment Regular Full-Time If Part Time, Enter Hours Per Week Work Location Murray, KY Employment Term 12 Months Position Type Staff - Non-Exempt (Hourly) Department Nursing Doctoral Operations Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities

Coordinates the daily operations of the Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) program, assists with the Nurse Anesthesia program, and student communications to assure the most efficient and effective utilization of resources.

• Responsible for providing the Clinical Affiliate Sites with appropriate student information prior to each rotation.
• Assists with the program communication to clinical and academic instructors.
• Coordinates with the DNP Faculty to schedule meeting facilities and maintains program scheduling calendar.
• Coordinates with the DNP Faculty on the compilation and distribution of weekly schedule of classes and meetings.
• Collaborates with program faculty and students to ensure positive interactions
• Responds promptly to faculty and student needs.
• Oversees the solicitation of faculty and student feedback to improve service
• Responsible for responding promptly to program requests for assistance.
• Maintains program documentation for all administrative and fiscal records to ensure compliance with required accreditation standards.
• Responsible for maintaining the Nurse Anesthesia Program administrative functions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education Requirements

• Two years of college.

Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements

• Four years of upper-level office experience in a business, government, or industrial setting. Additional college and related experience may be exchanged year-for-year to meet qualifications.
• Alertness, initiative, attention to accuracy, memory for oral and written directions or details, ability to plan and make decisions often without instruction or supervision.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Keyboarding, filing, MS Office Suite programs, office procedures; bookkeeping may be required.
• Excellent decision-making skills, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Pleasant disposition and demeanor.
• Ability to multitask.

Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications Posting Date 07/31/2026 Closing Date 08/14/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants Hourly Rate/Annual Salary $15.95 (Additional pay dependent upon qualifications) Staff Grade 104 Work Hours

• Normal working hours.

Physical Demands

• Normal for office environment.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a minimum of two years of college credit?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you four years of upper-level office experience in a business, government or industrial setting?

(Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Other Document