The Administrative Assistant serves as the lead front office coordinator and supports the Office of Student Housing and Residence Life including the Director of Student Housing and Residence Life.

Job Duties of the Administrative Assistant include but are not limited to:

• Professionally and efficiently execute Cameron University’s commitment to student success
• Establishes and maintains effective work relations with students, faculty, staff, and the general public
• Greets and screens visitors, phone calls and email: relays messages, responds or takes necessary action or referrals for resolution
• Advises campus stakeholders of processes, procedures, and services offered
• Responsible for efficient functioning of front office
• Provides administrative support for department to include data entry/management
• Assists with development, implementation, and compliance of department policies and procedures
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of the department budget
• Prepares requisitions and purchase orders, and credit card documentation
• Processes all departmental and resident mail
• Maintains inventory of supplies and equipment
• Manages care package program for residents
• Maintains and reports tracking files
• Supervises part time student office assistants
• Supervises review of Student Housing and Residence Life cameras
• Assists with internal calendars and schedules
• Other duties as assigned

SUPERVISION: Reports to the Director of Student Housing and Residence Life

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High school degree or equivalent
2. Detail oriented and organized
3. Friendly, welcoming, positive, and team player
4. Excellent customer service skills, judgement, and integrity
5. Strong interpersonal and communication skills
6. Ability to prioritize, coordinate, and complete multiple, complex tasks
7. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office
8. Demonstrated ability to work with online software/applications
9. Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Proven writing and proofreading skills
2. Advanced use of Microsoft Office
3. Experience working at an institution of Higher Education
4. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in any field
5. Two to four years experience with administrative and/or project management programs/work

SALARY:

$23,000

BENEFITS:

Cameron University offers a wide variety of comprehensive programs to benefit our employees. We are proud to offer such benefits as paid medical coverage for our employees, ample time off opportunities and employee tuition waiver programs. To view all benefits available to employees, visit: https://www.cameron.edu/hr/staff-benefits-summary.

INSTITUTION:

Cameron University (www.cameron.edu) is a state-supported regional institution located in Lawton, Oklahoma, that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. Dedicated to excellence, the university provides a wide range of economic, cultural, and educational opportunities for the betterment of all citizens. Master''s-level graduate degrees are offered in business, behavioral sciences, and education; baccalaureate programs are offered in more than forty disciplines, and associate degrees are offered in many other studies. The close proximity of Fort Sill contributes to an area rich in cultural diversity and provides the opportunity for frequent cooperative efforts. The combined community of Lawton/Fort Sill has a population of more than 100,000 and is located adjacent to the picturesque Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. A copy of the University’s Annual Security Report, listing crime statistics and university policies, is available by contacting the Office of Public Safety or by accessing the report online at www.cameron.edu/ops.

APPLYING:

Attachments should include a cover letter indicating experience applicable to position, resume, transcripts (unofficial are acceptable), names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references.

DEADLINE:

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. 

EEO/AA EMPLOYER/VETS/DISABILITY

Required Skills Required Experience