Temple University's Klein College of Media and Communication is searching for a Sr Department Administrative Specialist Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:Full medical, dental, and vision coverage. Paid time off 11 Paid Holidays (including the day after Thanksgiving & winter break)Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION-FREEA generous retirement plan and so much more! Salary Grade: T 24 Learn more about the... more details "T" salary structure here: T - Salary. Structure.pdf Job Summary: The Sr. Administrative Specialist (Office Manager) in Klein College of Media and Communication's Advertising & Public Relations/ CSI Departments is responsible for addressing the department's students' and faculty's inquiries, requests, and needs. The Sr. Administrative Specialist maintains a smooth operation of the department's academic office working with the Department Chair, Assistant Chairs and Sequence Heads. The Sr. Administrative Specialist assists faculty search committees with searches, setting up accurate and updated filing system of all applications, scheduling candidate site visits, make hotel and travel arrangements, reserving rooms, organizing lunch, scheduling itinerary for the day and following up with candidate after visit. The Sr. Administrative Specialist (Office Manager) will work with the Chair/ Assistant Chair of the department to create a course schedule for each semester and update all course sections in Banner INB. These scheduling tasks will include the assignment of meeting times, instructional methods, primary instructors/ T - As and appropriate classrooms for the curriculum of each course; monitoring of maximum capacity during student registration periods and corresponding to students if courses need to be cancelled by the department. Performs other duties as assigned. Required
Education & Experience
- At least three years of related administrative experience, preferably in a higher education environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered Preferred:- Bachelor's degree.- Knowledge of university-level operations.- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and advanced spreadsheet, database and design presentation.
Required Skills
& Abilities:- Excellent customer service skills and strong attention to detail.- Demonstrated ability to make sound judgment.- Exceptional computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.- Strong written and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to effectively interact with a diverse population of students, administrators, faculty, and staff- Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines.- Demonstrated ability to prioritize work well and focus on completion of tasks.- Must be an effective problem solver and facilitation. Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.