Administrative Assistant

Welcome to Atlanta Metropolitan State College (AMSC)!

At Atlanta Metropolitan State College, we are committed to creating a vibrant, growth-oriented community where innovation thrives, collaboration is celebrated, and contributions are valued. As a proud member of the University System of Georgia (USG) and fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), AMSC is a dynamic institution dedicated to transforming lives.

AMSC embraces core values, Excellence, Integrity, Leadership, Belonging, and Public Service, that guide our culture and work. We strive to create an atmosphere where individuals feel respected, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential. Here, gratitude and recognition are not just practices but embedded in everything we do.

Located on a picturesque campus in Southwest Atlanta, AMSC offers the perfect blend of accessibility and opportunity. Just ten minutes from downtown Atlanta and fifteen minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, our campus is an ideal destination for those ready to make a meaningful impact.

The part-time Receptionist for the Office of the President serves as the first point of contact for the President's Office and plays a key role in creating a welcoming, professional, and service-oriented experience for all visitors, employees, students, and external stakeholders. This position is responsible for managing the reception area, greeting and directing students, employees, guests, answering and routing telephone calls, coordinating general office communications, and providing administrative support to ensure the efficient daily operation of the President's Office.

The Receptionist exercises sound judgment, maintains confidentiality, and demonstrates exceptional customer service, professionalism, and attention to detail. 

• Serve as the primary point of contact, providing customer serve to students, employees, visitors, community and stakeholders. 

   

• Manage the day-to-day operations in department, including phone calls and e-mails, opening and distribution of mail as requested, the greeting of visitors, and determine those requiring priority attention

   

• Serves as liaison between department the campus, as well external stakeholders 

• Answer, screen, and route incoming phone calls and respond to general inquiries 

• Monitor the reception area Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail, packages, and other correspondences as deem appropriate

• Greet and assist visitors to determine the nature of the visit and provide accurate direction

   

• Other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisors

   

Minimum: 

Education: High school diploma

Experience: Minimum of two years (2) experience as receptionist or related support role

(or) combination of education and experience

Preferred Qualifications: 

Associate's degree, three years (3) experience as Administrative Assistant / Receptionist 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must demonstrate:

• Proficiency in computer skills, i.e. Microsoft Office.  

• Displays professionalism for the college in all communication and interaction

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and privacy

• Ability to prioritize and organize numerous assignments; manage multiple priorities 

• Ability to make decisions which range from moderate to a significant impact on the immediate work environment

• Strong organizational & problem solving skills.

• Communicate effectively

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .

Offers of employment are subject to federal and state laws, as well as the statutes, rules, and regulations of this institution, and the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG).

Atlanta Metropolitan State College is an equal employment opportunity employer. Atlanta Metropolitan  State College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age or military/veteran status.

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4/2/2008  

Offers of employment are subject to a background investigation, including criminal records history, to determine eligibility for employment. Additionally, credentials and employment history stated in your application materials are also subject to verification.

For certain positions, a satisfactory credit check, MVR, or other relevant investigations may also be conducted.
 

The physical demands are representative of those required of an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform job functions.

Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.