Administrative Assistant

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education Requirement

• Bachelor’s Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrates experience (typically 6 months-1 year) and a working level of ability to carry out ongoing office administration tasks effectively and efficiently in support of individuals, teams, and/or units, including proficiency with computer software applications.
• Demonstrates experience (typically 6 months-1 year) and a working knowledge of, and ability to apply, policies and practices for planning and administering a budget, grant administration, and/or Center for Advancement funds. 
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of and application of the effective communication techniques and relationship building skills required to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
• Demonstrates the ability to make decisions and exercise a moderate level of autonomy while performing administrative support responsibilities.
• Demonstrates a commitment to excellence through diversity, equity, and inclusion.

 Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of University policies and procedures, including financial and human resources policies; and experience with University electronic systems including HRIS, MAUI and Workflow processes.
• Experience working in an academic department.
• Experience assisting a senior level leader such as dean, director, department executive officer, or vice president.

Application Details:

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.  Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be  requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For questions, contact Josh Gulick at joshua-gulick@uiowa.edu.

Benefits Highlights

• Regular salaried position. Located in Iowa City, Iowa.
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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