The Administrative Assistant I holds the following job responsibilities:

• Serves as an office receptionist.
• Screens calls and visitors and refers them to the appropriate office or person if necessary.
• Sorts mail to determine whether mail goes to the department personnel or other university personnel and prepares outgoing mail.
• Maintains an efficient filing system for the department.
• Types correspondence, letters, special reports, requisitions, and other materials for the departmental staff.
• Proofreads correspondence, reports, etc. to correct sentence structure, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Coordinates corrections with the departmental staff.
• Assists in proofreading and correcting the departmental course schedules.
• Coordinates with publishing companies to provide faculty members desk copies for their courses.
• Operates a word processor.
• Maintains copies of all faculty member vitae and syllabi for each course taught.
• Maintains departmental budgets and processes invoices and purchase orders.
• Performs other related duties as requested by the department chair.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of a standard high school or equivalent.
• Ability to type 45 WPM.
• Demonstrated ability to provide effective customer service in a busy office environment.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain an efficient office.
• Thorough knowledge of spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
• Ability to operate a personal computer.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift objects under 15 pounds including using the upper body to raise objects from a lower position to a higher position;
• Ability to reach including extending the arm and hand;
• Ability to stand for short or extended periods of time;
• Ability to engage in repetitive motions including finger dexterity;
• Ability to speak, hear and see;
• Ability to crouch, climb and walk stairs.

SALARY RANGE:

Commensurate with experience.

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 at this point), names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references.

DEADLINE :

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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Required Skills

Required Experience

• Possess comprehensive knowledge of research laboratory operating policies procedures and scientific methodology, including ability to operate and maintain research tools, instruments and equipment
• Thorough knowledge of the use and preparation of culture media, chemicals, reagents, and the ability to perform a variety of laboratory procedures
• Demonstrated ability to express ideas clearly and concisely orally and in writing including ability to analyze and extract data from conversation and documents for research projects
• Ability to independently conduct research following established department guidelines
• Strong supervisory skills and ability to effectively train and evaluate personnel on laboratory research methods and procedures
• Strong interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective working relationships internally and externally
• Ability to operate PC software and other office technology