KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community; Strong organizational skills as well as in attending to detail, meeting deadlines, and following timelines; Leadership skills; ability to take the lead on tasks requiring the coordination of faculty and/or staff; Knowledge of general accounting and budgeting principles; Skills in prioritization of tasks and identifying and accessing resources; Records maintenance skills; Database management skills; Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; Ability to analyze and solve problems; Knowledge of planning and scheduling techniques; Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control; Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality; Skills in the use of database management, word processing, spreadsheet, and/or presentation software; Knowledge of current and emerging trends in technologies and techniques; Ability to lead and train staff and/or students; Word processing and/or data entry skills; Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials; Knowledge of office management principles and procedures; Ability to coordinate and organize meetings and/or special events; Knowledge of academic administrative principles and procedures. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree in any field; Higher Education, large State or Federal institution administration experience; Experience with basic principles of accounting, specifically accounts payable and budget development and reconciliation; Experience with Ellucian Banner and Emburse Enterprise (ChromeRiver) systems.