Administrative Assistant II

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number 20270042NE Job Title Administrative Assistant II 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 Athletics Internal Operations Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities

Provides high-level administrative and operational support to the Men's and Women's basketball programs. This position serves as the primary point of contact for internal and external inquiries, manages day-to-day office operations, and assists with scheduling, communications, and event coordination.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Directly partners with the athletic department's Executive Team to ensure effective communication and collaboration on all men's and women's basketball administrative issues
• Prioritizes and arranges meetings, conferences, and appointments with key departmental units and leadership, while ensuring Head Coach is available as needed.
• Assists with operational budget planning and fulfillment
• Assist the head coach in the completion and submission of necessary NCAA Compliance documents
• Assist with the coordination of recruiting activities, including itineraries, official/unofficial visits, and recruiting mailing in compliance with NCAA rules
• Process travel paperwork for recruiting, assist with purchasing card statements, and reimbursements for football staff
• Assist the Athletics Business Office with any needs, including processing invoices, requisitions, and budget tracking as assigned
• Build, monitor, and communicate calendars of all team activities
• Could have duties for both home and away contests
• Support the planning and execution of basketball-related events, such as banquets, alumni functions, and community outreach
• Serve as the first point of contact for the basketball office, greeting visitors, answering phones, and responding to inquiries
• Supervise any federal or university student workers
• Prepare, proofread, and distribute correspondence, reports and meeting materials
• Maintain departmental records and files
• Maintain office supplies and overall organization of the basketball administrative space
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Education Requirements

• Two years of college.

Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements

• Three years of Administrative experience required. Additional college education and related work experience may be exchanged year-for-year to meet qualifications.
• Must possess excellent typing, office procedure, organization, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Must be able to work with a variety of people.
• The ability to multi-task is critical.
• Keyboarding, filing, MS Office Suite programs, office procedures; bookkeeping may be required.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Posting Date 10/06/2026 Closing Date 10/20/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants

Along with the application, the following items must be included:

• Letter of application
• Resume
• Three (3) references

Hourly Rate/Annual Salary $15.19 (Additional pay dependent upon qualifications) Staff Grade 103 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

• • How many years of administrative experience do you have?

(Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Letter of Application
• Resume

Optional Documents

• Other Document