Sr Dept Admin Specialist - Klein

Temple University's Klein College of Media and Communication is searching for a Sr Department Administrative Specialist

Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:

Full medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

11 Paid Holidays (including the day after Thanksgiving & winter break)

Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION-FREE

A generous retirement plan and so much more!

Salary Grade: T24

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Job Summary:

The Sr. Administrative Specialist (Office Manager) in Klein College of Media and Communication's Advertising & Public Relations/CSI Departments is responsible for addressing the department's students' and faculty's inquiries, requests, and needs. The Sr. Administrative Specialist maintains a smooth operation of the department's academic office working with the Department Chair, Assistant Chairs and Sequence Heads. The Sr. Administrative Specialist assists faculty search committees with searches, setting up accurate and updated filing system of all applications, scheduling candidate site visits, make hotel and travel arrangements, reserving rooms, organizing lunch, scheduling itinerary for the day and following up with candidate after visit.

Required Education & Experience:

• At least three years of related administrative experience, preferably in a higher education environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent customer service skills and strong attention to detail.

• Demonstrated ability to make sound judgment.

• Exceptional computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to effectively interact with a diverse population of students, administrators, faculty, and staff

• Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines.

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize work well and focus on completion of tasks.

• Must be an effective problem solver and facilitaton

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree.

• Knowledge of university-level operations.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and advanced spreadsheet, database and design presentation.

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Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description, employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial, and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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