University Administrative Assistant

2 weeks ago

Des Moines, United States Palmer Group Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

We are looking for a skilled, organized individual who is ready to share their talents with our client as their University Administrative Assistant. This role is suited for someone who is professional and has a strong attention to detail and accuracy. Make this position your career destination, and apply now

Responsibilities:

  • Provide executive-level administrative support to the COM Associate Dean of Academic Assessment, Quality and Improvement
  • Assist in managing the Associate Dean's calendar
  • Coordinate staff meetings that fall under the Associate Dean's area of responsibility
  • Assemble, distribute, and file meeting minutes
  • Establish uniform office procedures and style practices for working with databases, files, and correspondence
  • Improve the efficiency of workflow
  • Prepare and maintain specialized and complex records, statistics, reports, and databases
  • Coordinate and provide a repository for all office records and assessment files
  • Review records to ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness
  • Provide information and services relating to office functions to students, faculty, and administrative team members
  • Oversee the planning and coordination of COM development events, including travel, contracts, and expense reimbursement of presenters
  • Track, manage documents, and report on all COM professional development events offered at the university
  • Assist in the management and tracking of budget-related office items and activities

Requirements:

  • Associate's degree required, bachelor's degree preferred
  • 3+ years of experience as an upper-level administrative assistant
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, OneDrive, and SPSS preferred
  • Knowledge of Skype, SharePoint, Google Docs, and other software/online applications a plus
  • Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions and/or conclusions to problems
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Professional appearance and demeanor

Work Model:

  • On-Site
  • Monday - Friday
  • 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Company DescriptionPalmer Group is a premier employment agency. Since 1998 we have been a leading resource in providing employment solutions. With consistency and confidence, our experts partner with our clients and candidates as they navigate the evolving job market.

Our employment solutions include temporary and contract staffing, direct-hire placement, as well as additional job seeker services, employer services, and managed services.

We are an employee-owned company founded on strong ethics, values, and a passion for making lives better. Our employees are committed professionals that are passionate about helping others and forming relationships that matter.

Through our relationships, we’ve built a client roster that ranges from local to Fortune 500 companies in a variety of industries and have developed a vast network of high-quality candidates from entry to executive-level experience.

Our areas of expertise include Accounting & Finance, Administrative & Customer Service, Construction, Engineering & Manufacturing, Human Resources, Information Technology, Insurance, Mortgage & Banking, and Sales & Marketing.Company DescriptionPalmer Group is a premier employment agency. Since 1998 we have been a leading resource in providing employment solutions. With consistency and confidence, our experts partner with our clients and candidates as they navigate the evolving job market. \r
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Our employment solutions include temporary and contract staffing, direct-hire placement, as well as additional job seeker services, employer services, and managed services. \r
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We are an employee-owned company founded on strong ethics, values, and a passion for making lives better. Our employees are committed professionals that are passionate about helping others and forming relationships that matter. \r
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Through our relationships, we’ve built a client roster that ranges from local to Fortune 500 companies in a variety of industries and have developed a vast network of high-quality candidates from entry to executive-level experience. \r
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Our areas of expertise include Accounting & Finance, Administrative & Customer Service, Construction, Engineering & Manufacturing, Human Resources, Information Technology, Insurance, Mortgage & Banking, and Sales & Marketing.

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