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Administrative Aide II Jobs in Arlington, TX at City of Arlington
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POSITION SPECIFICS
We are searching for an experienced and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to join the Director’s Office of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University. Penn State ARL is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation and serves as a University center of excellence in defense science, systems, and technologies with a focus in naval missions and related areas. ARL’s purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the U.S. Navy, the Department of Defense (DoD), and the Intel Community (IC).
The purpose of this position is to support the general administrative functions of a wide variety for the assigned work areas including answering phones, greeting/referring/assisting visitors, customers, staff, or others, preparing documents and reports, compiling records, travel requirements, scheduling meetings, organizing and maintaining information, coordinating calendars, analyzing data including budgetary expenditures, and providing general office support.
ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.
You will:
Directly support the Legal and Compliance Office and other Director’s Office and Enterprise Offices employees
Manage incoming and outgoing classified visit requests for ARL State College as well as all offsite locations
Process invoices in the University’s financial system
Coordinate confidential administrative duties for the ARL Director’s Office
Coordinate and reconcile travel accommodations
Organize, coordinate, and direct daily office activities; assist your supervisor with the resolution of issues or conflicts by researching issues and making recommendations
Schedule, prioritize, and maintain calendars for routine meetings and special events
Greet guests, answer the phone on behalf of the Director’s Office, and refer/transfer internal and external customers to the appropriate work unit
Prepare, review, organize, and maintain a variety of security forms, databases, reports, and correspondence
Purchase supplies, compare vendor costs, establish tax-exempt accounts with various vendors, and order desktop supplies and materials
Maintain individual employee mailboxes and office addresses
Maintain and update the organizational chart, create and maintain various employee databases; gather logistics to move employee offices, phone sets/lines, and equipment/furniture
Initiate requests to Facilities and IT via the Service Desk
Required skills/experience areas include:
Experience in a business-related or other professional environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to effectively multi-task, prioritize, and work with minimal direction in a fast-paced environment while providing a high level of customer service
Interactions with senior leadership is a daily occurrence; a high degree of professionalism, self-motivation, discretion, and excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary to be successful
Excellent organizational skills
Preferred skills/experience areas include:
Prior military or government background
SAP and SIMBA financial systems
Organizing and providing oversight of office activities
Exposure to working on high-priority, high-volume projects
MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
Associate Degree 4+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None
Your work location will be fully on-site, 8am-5pm located in State College, PA.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
All positions at ARL require candidates to possess the ability to obtain a government security clearance; you will be notified during the interview process if this position is subject to a government background investigation. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.
SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $42,100.00 – $61,000.00.**THE PROPOSED SALARY RANGE MAY BE IMPACTED BY GEOGRAPHIC DIFFERENTIAL**
Salary Structure – Additional information on Penn State’s salary structure
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page .
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Title: Administrative Aide II
Company: City of Arlington
Location: Arlington, TX
