Administrative Coordinator III - 995856

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Primary Purpose:

Coordinates and monitors a variety of administrative functions between NSU and external contacts to ensure efficient operations. May lead the work of other administrative support staff.

Job Category: Non-Exempt

Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience

Pay Basis: Hourly

Subject to Grant Funding? No

Essential Job Functions:

1. Responds to inquiries and resolves routine problems requiring general understanding of work-area policies and procedures in a timely manner to ensure questions are answered and issues resolved.

2. Composes, edits, and proofreads basic documents; creates mail merges and performs mass mailings; photocopies and collates basic material to ensure timely communication and retention of documents.

3. Prepares forms and documents; verifies for discrepancies and follows up to ensure accuracy.

4. Enters data and generates reports from NSU specific software systems to ensure accurate processing and record keeping.

5. Schedules meetings/appointments/events and coordinates travel to ensure timely scheduling.

6. Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Job Requirements:

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 1. Advanced knowledge of MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; database and data entry skills.

2. Ability to interpret and explain guidelines, policies, and procedures.

3. Decision-making, problem solving and analytical skills.

4. Excellent organization and planning skills, including calendar and event management.

5. Excellent written and oral communication skills.

6. Information gathering and monitoring skills; including the ability to analyze data and prepare reports, while maintaining confidentiality.

7. Takes initiative, is flexible, and provides great attention to detail and accuracy.

8. Possesses advanced computer skills and is able to train others.

9. Ability to assist management with the creation of PowerPoint presentations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Ability to communicate effectively with others.

2. Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and supervisory staff at all levels.

3. May be exposed to short, intermittent, and/or prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing in performance of job duties.

4. May be required to accomplish job duties using various types of equipment/supplies, to include but not limited to pens, pencils and computer keyboards.

Required Certifications/Licensures:

Required Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Major (if required:

Required Experience: High School Diploma and five (5) years of experience providing administrative support, or experience managing / coordinating functions with high-level external contacts.

• -OR--

Associate's Degree and four (4) years of experience providing administrative support, or experience managing / coordinating functions with high-level external contacts.

• -OR--

Bachelor's Degree and three (3) years of experience providing administrative support, or experience managing / coordinating functions with high-level external contacts.

Preferred Qualifications:

Is this a safety sensitive position? No

Background Screening Required? No

Pre-Employment Conditions:

Sensitivity Disclaimer: Nova Southeastern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.

NSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.