Administrative Support Specialist (College of Forestry, Wildlife, & Environment)

Auburn University, United States

Updated: over 1 year ago
Location: Auburn, ALABAMA
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Position Details
Position Information


Requisition Number S2044P
Home Org Name Forestry & Wildlife Sciences
Division Name College of Forestry, Wildlife, and Environment
Position Title Administrative Support Specialist (College of Forestry, Wildlife, & Environment)
Job Class Code DB03B
Appointment Status Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary
The U.S. Geological Survey Unit housed at Auburn University’s College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment is seeking candidates for an Administrative Support Specialist II to provide varied and high level administrative and technical support to the College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment, with significant emphasis on more complex administrative responsibilities.

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Essential Functions
  • Gathers information and prepares various reports and correspondence; researches and resolves issues. Prepares federal and University paperwork for grants and contracts originating in the Unit.
  • Provides budget tracking and coordination for a unit or department.
  • Coordinates large or complex projects or events.
  • Advises others on processes, procedures, and services; resolves policy related or procedural
    problems.
  • Reviews and verifies documentation for completeness and compliance with policies and
    procedures including grant budgets and budget justifications.
  • Performs specialized technical duties and coordinates processes.

Minimum Education and Experience


Education Level High school diploma or equivalent
Field of Study
Years of Experience 6
Area of Experience
Administrative support services
Requirements for Additional Job Levels

Alternate Minimum Education and Experience (If available)


Education Level
Field of Study
Years of Experience When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.
Area of Experience
Requirements for Additional Job Levels

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications


Minimum Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of extensive body of rules, precedents, procedures, applicable to administrative support work.
Minimum Technology Skills
Experience in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Minimum License and Certifications
None Required.

Desired Qualifications


Desired Qualifications
- Experience in the administrative management in the acquisition, reporting and execution of contracts and grants and other intramural funding.

Posting Detail Information


Salary Range $36,200 - $54,300
Job Category Administrative
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in: Auburn
State position is located: Alabama
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date 09/29/2022
Closing Date
EEO Statement
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment.
Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
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