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Administrative Support Specialist

Auburn University

  • Auburn University, AL
  • 2 days ago
  • $31,200–$39,480 Per Year
  • Full-time

Highlights

SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED FOR EXPERIENCE: Yes, When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience. Auburn University Facilities Management is looking for an Administrative Support Specialist who can provide exceptional customer service while supporting a wide range of office and business functions in our Access Control Department.

Numbers & Facts

LocationAuburn University, AL
Job TypeFull-time
IndustryEducation
Salary$31,200–$39,480 Per Year
Company Size1,500 to 1,999 employees
Year Founded1856
Websitehttp://www.auburn.edu/

Description

Pay Range: USD $31,200.00 - USD $39,480.00 /Yr. Overview:

Are you someone who enjoys helping others, staying organized, and keeping operations running smoothly? Auburn University Facilities Management is looking for an Administrative Support Specialist who can provide exceptional customer service while supporting a wide range of office and business functions in our Access Control Department. As the welcoming face of the office, you'll assist visitors, answer questions, direct phone calls, prepare reports and correspondence, manage key transactions, and maintain important records. You'll play a vital role in ensuring our team has the resources, information, and support needed to serve the Auburn campus community. This position is perfect for someone who thrives on organization, enjoys multitasking, and takes pride in making a positive impact behind the scenes.

Responsibilities:
  • Acts as office receptionist: receives and routes telephone calls and visitors; provides and gathers information.
  • Prepares documents, reports, newsletters and manuscripts, and may compose correspondence.
  • Operates standard office equipment such as personal computers, copiers, scanners, fax machines, etc.
  • Maintains inventory and orders office supplies, materials and equipment.
  • Processes and prepares forms such as work orders, purchase orders and personnel documents.
  • Creates and maintains records, files, documents, and images in the data system.
Qualifications:

Level I:

  • High School Diploma or GED

Level II:

  • High School Diploma or GED and 2 years of experience in clerical support services.


SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED FOR EXPERIENCE: Yes, When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Standard knowledge of office functions.
  • Working knowledge of Auburn University administrative systems appropriate to the position.
Why Work at Auburn:
  • Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
  • Culture of Excellence:We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
  • We’re Here for You:Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
  • Sweet Home Alabama:The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
  • A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
  • Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement: It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance's website to learn more.

About Company

Welcome to Auburn University, a comprehensive land, space and sea grant research institution blending arts and applied sciences. The University continuously changes to accommodate today's needs, while still respecting the traditions and spirit of Auburn. As we grow and change, Auburn will always continue its tradition of excellence.

The main campus had an enrollment during fall of 2007 of 24,137. Auburn University offers degrees in 13 schools and colleges at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels.

Auburn University is known not only for its academic excellence, but for its impact on Alabama as well. A recent study determined AU had nearly $ 4 billion economic impact on the state of Alabama, including a $ 1.5 billion impact on the economy and a $ 2.4 billion impact in "human capital." AU's Technical Assistance Center, a collaborative Engineering / Business outreach unit, performs hundreds of projects annually for state industry, generating millions of dollars in increased efficiencies and saving or creating hundreds of jobs statewide.

Auburn University has developed into one of the largest universities in the South, remaining in the educational forefront with its traditional blend of arts and applied science, and changing with the needs of today while living with a respect for the traditions and spirit that are Auburn.

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