Overview
STAFF ASSISTANT Jobs in Palm Coast, FL at The State of Florida
Summary: Under limited supervision, this position provides personal clerical and administrative services and assistance, of moderate complexity, requiring the use of judgment and discretion on a periodic basis. Keeps official corporation records and executes administrative policies determined by or in conjunction with other officials.
Note: The primary accountabilities below are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed below. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents’ performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents’ immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver’s license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position’s essential functions.
Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:
Provides administrative support for management and department staff, including preparing letters or memorandums, and purchase requisitions; compiles, generates and distributes reports or other information requests, as needed or requested; files correspondence and other records; responds to correspondence independently when possible; routes priority mail to supervisor. Has gained proficiency in a broad range of activities related to the job.
Acts as a liaison for management by effectively interacting with internal and external customers/staff.
Acts as custodian of university documents and records.
Reviews clerical and personnel records to ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness.
May perform the reception activities, which include meeting and greeting visitors or customers, answering telephones, giving general information, or routing incoming calls to the appropriate personnel. May assist others who are tasked with placing outgoing calls to support management or department personnel.
Maintains a high degree of confidentiality on all sensitive information this position is privy to; manages supervisor calendars and independently schedules appointments; assists in initiating documentation for new hires, reappointments, and position changes.
Arranges programs, events, conferences, trainings, and meetings by arranging for facilities (and caterer), issuing information or invitations, coordinating speakers, and controlling event budget; arranges complex and detailed travel plans and itineraries, complies documents for travel-related meetings, and accompanies supervisor when requested.
Monitors inventory and tracking system of equipment and supplies.
Coordinates department travel by handling conference registrations, travel authorizations, booking of airfare and hotel, and employee reimbursements.
Manages the monthly reconciliation of accounts and maintains all backup documentation for the statement of accounts.
Works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function.
Knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems.
Complies with all State and University policies.
Other duties may be assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
Qualifications
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent within area of assigned responsibility.
and
Experience: Two years related experience to the statement of duties and responsibilities; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in an office setting (particularly a higher education setting).
Additional Information
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly be able to lift and move up to 50 lbs.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate.
In keeping with its access, excellence and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.
The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee’s or prospective employee’s right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries—including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident—about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at [email protected], or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.
For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP’s Equal Opportunity Office at [email protected].
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Title: STAFF ASSISTANT
Company: The State of Florida
Location: Palm Coast, FL
