Job Description

Full-Time Staff

Leatherman Science Facility
Francis Marion University and the Mathematics Department invite applications for the position of Administrative Specialist II. The Administrative Specialist, under limited supervision of the Department Chair, will perform a variety of advanced secretarial, clerical, and administrative duties. The successful candidate must have general office skills and excellent written and oral communication skills and be well organized, self-motivated, confident, and flexible in fluid situations.

Duties/characteristics include but are not limited to:

Ability to communicate in person and on the telephone with faculty, staff, students, and the public. Collect, enter, and analyze data for the department. Help schedule and coordinate departmental meetings, elections, and committees. Maintain and service departmental office equipment in common areas. Aid in integrating/acclimating new and part time faculty to departmental procedures. Assist with the scheduling and logistics of departmental events. Perform various other managerial tasks as needed. Serve as the department liaison for Purchasing. Order departmental supplies. Report technology and building maintenance issues to the appropriate department.

State Requirements:

A high school diploma. Related clerical experience may be substituted for a high school diploma.

FMU Preferred Requirements:

A Bachelor's Degree. Advanced office and computer skills. Experience with internet-based research. Proficiency with Microsoft Office software programs. Previous experience with Ellucian Colleague software system a definite plus.

Normal working hours:

8:30am to 5:00pm (Monday-Friday). May need to be present for alternative hours for departmental events. Summer hours will vary.

State Classification:

Administrative Specialist II (AA50)

Pay Grade:

GEN04

Salary:

$30,700

Materials Needed:

Letter of Interest (Referencing position number

26-09

).

The names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references.

Current resume.

Copies of all transcripts (official transcripts will be required of the successful candidate if a degree is held).

Completed FMU Staff Application.

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Send Application Packet to:

Dr. Charlene Wages, Vice President for Administration and Planning, Francis Marion University, PO Box 100547, Florence, SC 29502-0547, or FAX to (843) 661-1202.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

As Francis Marion University has continued to be recognized for its diverse student body, it especially welcomes applicants who can affirm and enhance its mission.



Applicants honorably discharged from a branch of the United States Armed Forces, who meet the minimum training and experience requirements, are given employment preference by all State agencies and higher education institutions in SC.


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