Administrative Specialist, School of Kinesiology and Nutrition
The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Administrative Specialist, School of Kinesiology and Nutrition.
Position Details | |
Location |
Hattiesburg 118 College Drive Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001 United States |
Division | School of Kinesiology and Nutrition |
Position Type | Staff |
Employment Status | Full Time |
Grant Funded | No |
Pay Grade | N04 |
Posting Close Date | Open until filled |
Special Instructions to Applicants
The University of Southern Mississippi invites applicants for a full-time position as an Administrative Specialist in the School of Kinesiology and Nutrition in the College of Education and Human Sciences. Applicants should include a cover letter, a resume, and a list of three professional references. Anticipated start date is January 2, 2024.
All questions concerning the position should be emailed to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Scott Piland ([email protected]).
Job Summary:
This position is for Academic, Operational, and Budgetary Support of the School Director, faculty, staff and students. This position is essential as it is the first point of contact for anyone within the School, public and university community.
Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
and two years of office experience – OR- an equivalent combination of education
and experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):
- Proficiency with a PC and keyboard to perform data entry, manipulation, and analysis.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence in Microsoft Office.
- Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with colleagues
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to exercise discretion, confidentiality, and judgment in dealing with sensitive issues.
- Ability to problem solve under direction of school and campus administrators.
About The University of Southern Mississippi
The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) is a comprehensive public research institution delivering transformative programs on campuses in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. Founded in 1910, USM is one of only 146 universities in the nation to earn the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education's "R1: Doctoral Universities - Very high research activity" designation, and its robust research enterprise includes experts in ocean science and engineering, polymer science and engineering, and large event venue safety and security, among others. USM is also one of only 37 institutions in the nation accredited in theatre, art and design, dance and music. As an economic driver, USM generates an annual economic impact of more than $600 million across the state. USM welcomes a diverse student body of more than 14,000, representing 71 countries, all 50 states, and every county in Mississippi. USM students have collected four Truman Scholarships and 37 National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships, while also leading Mississippi with 27 Goldwater Scholarships, an honor that recognizes the next generation of great research scientists. Home to the Golden Eagles, USM competes in 17 Division I sports sponsored by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). For more information, visit www.usm.edu .
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.
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