Administrative Assistant, Department of Marketing and Professional Sales
Inside Higher Ed, Kennesaw, GA, United States
About Us
Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower over 50,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high‑impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!
Job ID 296691
Location Kennesaw, Georgia
Full/Part Time Full Time
Regular/Temporary Regular
Job Summary Performs administrative, clerical and office support responsibilities. Supports assigned leaders, departments and/or units.
Responsibilities
Performs standard administrative duties in support of the assigned department, division, unit and/or location
Serves as an administrative resource for all faculty, staff and guests visiting assigned department, division, unit and/or location and provides assistance as needed
Creates, prepares and proofreads emails, memos, correspondence, reports, and other documents or communications as requested
Responsible for answering office phone providing information and/or transferring/redirecting calls to the appropriate contact
Assists with coordinating and scheduling departmental meetings and events, as directed; secures space, equipment, food, and assists with the event as needed
Manages all incoming and outgoing mail including UPS, FedEx and DHL domestic and international shipping needs for the office
Monitors and assesses office equipment, stationery and supply needs and orders items as needed, including seeking proper authorization for items requiring prior approval
Assists with records management including filing, correspondence, analyzing data, tracking and archiving files
May maintain department purchasing card (PCard), cash and/or credit card
Required Qualifications Educational Requirements High School diploma or equivalent
Required Experience One (1) year of related administrative, office or clerical experience
Preferred Qualifications Additional Preferred Qualifications
Experience providing administrative support for large teams
Previous experience in higher education
Preferred Educational Qualifications An undergraduate or advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
Proposed Salary The salary range for this position is $16.13 to $19.23 per hour. Offers are based on relevant experience.
Comprehensive benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more! Visit- https://hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits/index.php
Abilities Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Able to utilize standard office equipment and multi‑line telephone system Able to deal with multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
Skills
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e‑mail etiquette
USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on‑line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on‑line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Equal Employment Opportunity Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.
For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.
Other Information
This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does require a purchasing card (P‑Card).
This position will not travel
This position does not require security clearance.
Background Check
Standard Enhanced
Credit
To apply To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=43000&JobOpeningId=296691&PostingSeq=1
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Job ID 296691
Location Kennesaw, Georgia
Full/Part Time Full Time
Regular/Temporary Regular
Job Summary Performs administrative, clerical and office support responsibilities. Supports assigned leaders, departments and/or units.
Responsibilities
Performs standard administrative duties in support of the assigned department, division, unit and/or location
Serves as an administrative resource for all faculty, staff and guests visiting assigned department, division, unit and/or location and provides assistance as needed
Creates, prepares and proofreads emails, memos, correspondence, reports, and other documents or communications as requested
Responsible for answering office phone providing information and/or transferring/redirecting calls to the appropriate contact
Assists with coordinating and scheduling departmental meetings and events, as directed; secures space, equipment, food, and assists with the event as needed
Manages all incoming and outgoing mail including UPS, FedEx and DHL domestic and international shipping needs for the office
Monitors and assesses office equipment, stationery and supply needs and orders items as needed, including seeking proper authorization for items requiring prior approval
Assists with records management including filing, correspondence, analyzing data, tracking and archiving files
May maintain department purchasing card (PCard), cash and/or credit card
Required Qualifications Educational Requirements High School diploma or equivalent
Required Experience One (1) year of related administrative, office or clerical experience
Preferred Qualifications Additional Preferred Qualifications
Experience providing administrative support for large teams
Previous experience in higher education
Preferred Educational Qualifications An undergraduate or advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
Proposed Salary The salary range for this position is $16.13 to $19.23 per hour. Offers are based on relevant experience.
Comprehensive benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more! Visit- https://hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits/index.php
Abilities Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Able to utilize standard office equipment and multi‑line telephone system Able to deal with multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
Skills
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e‑mail etiquette
USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on‑line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on‑line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Equal Employment Opportunity Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.
For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.
Other Information
This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does require a purchasing card (P‑Card).
This position will not travel
This position does not require security clearance.
Background Check
Standard Enhanced
Credit
To apply To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=43000&JobOpeningId=296691&PostingSeq=1
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