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Administrative Assistant II
Job Description
Position Number:
128221Title:
Administrative Assistant IIFunctional Title:
Administrative Assistant IICategory Status:
20-Nonexempt,RegularApplicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
100Unit:
SVPAAP-Institute for Bioscience & Biotechnology ResearchHiring Range Minimum:
39232Hiring Range Maximum:
47078.4Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the flagship institution in the University System of Maryland. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
Under general supervision, provides administrative support to the IBBR leadership and the Business Office. The Administrative Assistant II is responsible for maintaining the Directors calendars and providing support in preparation for meetings/events. Office administrative functions include, filing, processing the mail, maintaining file retention system, maintaining office supply stock, and assisting with internal and external events.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
High School Diploma or GED
Experience:
3 years experience providing administrative support.
Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
High School Diploma or GED
Experience:
3 years experience providing administrative support.
Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- General knowledge of and skill in the practical application of generally accepted office practices and procedures.
- Ability to communicate effective both orally and in writing.
- Ability to proofread and edit written documents.
- Skill in various computer software packages, such as word processing, spreadsheets, database, and presentation programs, Internet, email and calendaring software.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to interact effectively with internal and external parties in a courteous and efficient manner.
- Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and execute multiple and continuing assignments with general instructions.
Preferences:
Preferences:
- Previous experience in calendar management, front-line customer service.
Additional Information:
This position is located at the IBBR Facility in Shady Grove (Rockville, MD).
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical Demands
Fast-paced and deadline driven office environment.
Posting Date:
05/16/2023Closing Date:
05/30/2023Open Until Filled
NoDiversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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