Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.
Administrative Assistants provide administrative support for one or more of the following: general management, a research environment or a specific program.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provides administrative support for one or more of the following: general management, a research environment or a specific program.
- Ensures office activities comply with Emory policies and procedures.
- Responds to incoming telephone calls.
- Maintains calendars and prioritizes meeting requests for management.
- Reviews incoming correspondence and identifies items of special interest to management; handles routine correspondence and prepares appropriate responses.
- May complete forms, grant applications, and/or correspondence associated with programs.
- Prepares charts and graphs for reports and presentations.
- Creates and edits scientific, programmatic or other reports associated with department's primary business.
- Schedules meetings and handles logistics for meetings and special events.
- Prepares materials for meetings and special events.
- Initiates, processes, and maintains records and invoices.
- Keeps management apprised of account status, identifies cost-effective solutions and may authorize expenditures.
- May monitor or maintain budgets and grants, assist with budget development, and prepare related expense reports and reimbursements.
- Plans and coordinates travel arrangements.
- Maintains databases and spreadsheets; may also analyze data and design/generate associated reports.
- Establishes and organizes files and documents.
- Oversees ordering and maintenance of office supplies.
- May supervise or direct the work of support staff and/or students.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree or equivalency of a high school diploma and five years of administrative experience.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Experience with collaborations tools (OneDrive, Zoom, Teams, and/or others).
NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University location as needed. All biweekly employees must reside within the State of Georgia. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.
Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322.
Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week advance notice is preferred.
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