Secretary, School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

Owens Community College

Owens Community College

Administration, IT
Toledo, OH, USA
USD 14.14-16.63 / hour
Posted 6+ months ago

Advertised Position Title:

Secretary, School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

Job Description:

Essential functions:

OFFICE ADMINISTRATION

  • Serve as receptionist for the school of STEM - greeting students and visitors to the office, and referring customers to appropriate staff.

  • Answers and screens all telephone calls for the Dean and School of STEM, taking messages and appropriately handling the exchange of information

  • Answer questions of a general nature related the school

  • Prepares all school/departmental correspondence including letters, memos, meeting requests, reports, contracts, advisory committee meeting materials (notices, agendas, and minutes), etc. and distributes with Dean approval.

  • Maintain an inventory of supplies and ensures office equipment is fully functioning, arranging for repairs when necessary.

  • Trains and coordinates student workers.

SUPPORT THE SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION

  • Maintains calendar of the Dean, schedules meetings and conferences according to established guidelines with administrative staff, faculty, students, university partners, advisory committees, vendors, etc.

  • Accurately enter Employee Requisitions (ER), purchase order (PO) requisitions and maintain a record per established guidelines.

  • Prepare and maintain correspondence, spreadsheets, presentations, reports, P-card reconciliation, and similar for the school of STEM.

  • Assist with external accreditation reports, self-study report preparation and site visits

  • Assist in planning and coordination of ongoing or special projects and events developed by the Dean of STEM.

  • Collects and maintains manuals, handouts, correspondence, and other materials as needed by faculty, Assistant Deans, and Chairs for the school of STEM.

  • Record, produce, and distribute committee minutes as assigned

SUPPORT FACULTY AND STAFF

  • Maintains department files, including reports, correspondence, accreditation, travel, employee recommendations, purchase orders, faculty schedules, students’ records, prospective student lists, etc.

  • Prepare and mail correspondence.

  • Makes travel arrangements for the Dean and appropriate department personnel.

SUPPORTS CURRICULUM AND PROGRAM DELIVERY

  • Maintains school files for syllabus and course outlines per established guidelines.

  • Maintains school files for course/program assessment files per established guidelines.

  • Assist with/coordinate events, including banquets, meetings, open houses, career fairs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Office machine operation computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office programs. Organizational skills, minutes taking ability office management

  • Interpersonal skills, Excellent spelling and grammar, Office machine operation computer skills, organizational skills, filing skills, minute taking ability, communication (verbal and written) skills

  • Ability to organize fact and materials for presentations, capability to make quick decisions under pressure. Ability to manage several projects at once. Ability to communicate effectively with students, co-workers, and community members. Ability to work either supervised or unsupervised. Ability to maintain confidentiality.

  • Highly motivated, high work ethic and standards, highly organized. Takes initiative, tolerance for stress, honest and dependable, team oriented, attention to detail.

Minimum Education/Experience:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D)

  • 1-3 years of secretarial experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Associate's degree

  • 3 years of secretarial experience

Union Position:

Owens Support Staff Union

Job Classification:

Staff

Duty Days:

260 Days

Work Schedule:

8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or 8:30 a.m to 5:00 p.m.

Grant Funded Position:

No - Not Grant Funded

FLSA Status:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Pay Basis:

Hourly

Hiring Range

$14.14-$16.63

Retirement System:

SERS - SERS (Retirement System Classification)