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Administrative Assistant
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*****To be considered for this position, please apply and then email one letter of recommendation to [email protected].********
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Open Date | 05/10/2024 |
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Requisition Number | PRN38500B |
Job Title | Administrative Assistant |
Working Title | Administrative Assistant |
Job Grade | D |
FLSA Code | Nonexempt |
Patient Sensitive Job Code? | No |
Standard Hours per Week | 40 |
Full Time or Part Time? | Full Time |
Shift | Day |
Work Schedule Summary | |
VP Area | U of U Health - Academics |
Department | 00281 - Pharmacotherapy |
Location | Campus |
City | Salt Lake City, UT |
Type of Recruitment | External Posting |
Pay Rate Range | 18.41 - 26.73 (hourly) |
Close Date | |
Open Until Filled | Yes |
Job Summary | This full-time position provides complex administrative support and assistance with the overall administration and development of department programs professionally and courteously. This position must make time management decisions that ensure all duties are completed in a timely manner. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. Incumbents in this position are expected to work well under pressure and changing priorities, be familiar with both department and University policies, procedures, and organizations, to fully assist staff and visitors. Incumbents are expected to demonstrate sensitivity to others’ needs while being understanding, helpful and keeping sensitive information confidential. Disclaimer: This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. |
Responsibilities | 1. Provides complex office support to administrative staff and faculty; assists with program planning and implementation 2. Greets and communicates with other individuals to answer questions, disseminate information, and directs visitors to appropriate person or office 3. Answers telephones, keeps detailed messages, aids, and directs callers to the appropriate person or office 4. Receives, sorts, and distributes incoming and outgoing mail 5. Schedules appointments and arranges for meetings 6. Responds to queries from and coordinates activities with faculty, other departments, the community, and program partners 7. Actively sits on and participates in committees and meetings 8. Assists with word processing, data entry, Internet, and record searches; maintains reports by gathering and assembling data; proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat Pro required 9. Reviews and processes documents and requests for information; creates and maintains files; assists in the creation and distribution of program materials, forms, and general correspondence. 10. Reviews and processes applications through University systems and related forms; ensures compliance with university and department policies, procedures, and regulations 11. Organizes and maintains cleanliness of departmental areas; maintains office equipment; arranges for service calls as needed 12. Order, restock, and distribute department supplies; may be required to lift up to 25lbs occasionally This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. *****To be considered for this position, please apply and then email one letter of recommendation to [email protected].******** Work Conditions Nearly continuously: office environment Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required Nearly Continuously: Office environment. Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking. Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking. Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead. |
Minimum Qualifications | Associate degree in business or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) and three years full-time secretarial experience required. Demonstrated human relations and effective written and verbal communication skills required. Knowledge of basic bookkeeping practices and direct supervisory experience preferred. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. |
Preferences | • Highly detailed-oriented • Organized • Effective communication skills • Desire to work in a collaborative environment • Commitment to provide excellent customer service • Multi-tasks and problem-solves quickly and efficiently |
Type | Benefited Staff |
Special Instructions Summary | *****To be considered for this position, please apply and then email one letter of recommendation to [email protected].******** |
Additional Information | The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South. |
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- No experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
- 2 year or more, but less than 4 years
- 4 years or more
- No knowledge/expertise using MS Word.
- Basic knowledge/expertise to create; open, save, print, and reopen documents; change fonts; align paragraphs; insert graphics.
- Intermediate knowledge/expertise to create and format tables, use styles, and work with columns.
- Advanced:knowledge/expertise to create macros, mail merge, and create reference resources such as a table of contents.
- Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) or equivalent certification in MS Word.
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- Can enter data
- Can enter data and create new spreadsheets
- Can enter data, create new spreadsheets, and create formulas using basic mathematical functions.
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250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
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