Summary
The College of Health and Human Sciences is to create, share, and apply knowledge to improve people’s lives through the science and technology of living and learning. We prepare transformative leaders for our nation and the world. To make the world a better place, CHHS will use its strengths in student-centered education, global citizenship and collaboration, and innovation in research and technology. CHHS will lead in developing sustainable ways to provide innovations in health and wellness, education, entrepreneurism, financial wellness, and STEM fields (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics). We will design tools and an infrastructure leading to enhanced living and learning. Major advancements in 21st-century living provide opportunities for CHHS at the global forefront to address common challenges.
The Department of Kinesiology and Health is seeking a highly qualified Administrative Assistant II to demonstrate strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic academic environment. This position requires sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while supporting the Department Chair and departmental operations. The ideal candidate will foster a collaborative and collegial workplace culture and be adaptable to the evolving needs of the department and its affiliated units.
Example of Duties
• Performs a variety of administrative support activities.
• Prepares minutes, notices, agendas, and correspondence.
• Conducts moderately complex research, gathers data, and prepares reports.
• Arranges calls and schedules meetings.
• Makes travel reservations and itineraries.
• Participates in regularly scheduled team meetings.
• Edits documents for grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.
Level Guidelines
• Career-level position demonstrating proficiency and knowledge of related competencies
• Works under direct to general supervision and may receive guidance on more complex assignments
• Follows established procedures for work assignments, and completes assignments which are semi-routine and may be atypical in nature
• Applies thorough knowledge to respond to inquiries and requests
• Able to resolve most problems and issues and respond to requests without escalation
• Provides guidance to students
• May provide supervision to one to two other staff or lead a small work team
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.