Administrative Assistant 2

Department: Law Career Strategy and Advancement Salary/Grade: NEX/10 Target hiring range for this position will be between $35,919 to $45,023 per year. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Job Summary: Provides a variety of clerical & administrative support which may include drafting & typing letters, reports, charts, graphs, etc. using word processing, spreadsheet, database, &/or presentation software; basic bookkeeping; screening calls & visitors; preparing agendas & making arrangements including travel, etc. for meetings & special events; &/or managing supervisors &/or dept calendar. Specific Responsibilities: Documents & Databases Prepares manuscripts, scientific, technical &/or statistical documents. Proofs for spelling & grammar. Enters information into spreadsheets &/or databases. Creates equations. Compiles routine reports, statistics, tables, charts, etc. from readily available information. Website Coordinates content maintenance of websites &/or blogs. Trains &/or assists faculty &/or staff in updating their websites &/or blogs. Accounting Processes accounts payables &/or receivables. Verifies income &/or expense. Resolves discrepancies & over/under budget problems. Enters, tracks, & maintains documentation & logs of financial transactions. Ensures that charges have posted to appropriate accounts. Assists with reconciliation of accounts. Reviews budget statements. Investigates & resolves discrepancies. Prepares budget reports & spreadsheets. Completes routine payroll actions. Human Resources Processes a limited variety of routine HR transactions. Provides information on HR policies & procedures. Coordination Coordinates supervisors &/or dept calendar. Coordinates registration & travel. Coordinates events which may include scheduling rooms &/or guest speaker & arranging for routine materials, technology & refreshments. Contacts Provides information via phone, e-mail, mail, etc. Represents supervisor in routine/standard situations with various levels of personnel both internally & externally. Student Services Guides students through admissions process. Advises students of major/minor requirements. Reviews student files/records for academic progress & referral. Applies knowledge of federal & state regulations. Interprets existing policies & procedures; etc. Supervision Coordinates work of receptionists, program assts, temporary/work-study students, etc. Miscellaneous Performed other duties Minimum Qualifications: (Education, experience, and any other certifications or clearances) A high school diploma or equivalent required. 2 years of administrative support or other relevant experience required. Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities.) * Intermediate knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, email, and database software programs is required. Benefits: At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts and more! Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more. Work-Life and Wellness: Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life's challenges and opportunities, and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles. We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html to learn more. Professional Growth & Development: Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you're interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/learning/index.html to learn more. Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern's non-discrimination statement. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process.