Administrative Assistant II, Nursing

Responsible for assisting with daily operational needs of the School of Nursing. Provides administrative support to the Chair and faculty of the undergraduate BSN Program. Serves as the primary point of contact and liaison between administration, studen

JOB SUMMARY

Administrative Assistant provides a full array of administrative management and support services that include, office management, data collection, and some aspects of budget administration for the School of Nursing. This staff member must work independently and exercise good judgment and discretion. This is a Full-Time (40 hours), 12-month, hourly, benefited position. Some responsibilities may change. Provides administrative support to the Chair and faculty of the undergraduate BSN Program. Serves as the primary point of contact and liaison between administration, students, and guests. Special projects as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain the day-to-day operation of the office by creating and approving room reservations/events, maintaining/inventorying supplies and departmental property, disseminating the weekly virtue and PowerPoint announcements, inputting work orders, giving departmental tours, etc. Assists the Director of Operations with day-to-day facilities and operational tasks. Coordinates senior pictures with photographer and oversees the event. Provide excellent customer service by serving any concerns, issues, or questions presented by students, parents, faculty, or alumni. Participate in new department initiatives and manage other projects as assigned while remaining abreast of existing and emerging technologies, processes, products, services, and leading industry performance benchmarks. Supports special projects as assigned by administration. Strictly adheres to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner. Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU's Christian model and Mission - Training Champions for Christ.

QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage student employees.

QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree with emphasis in business, human resources, education, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in an office setting.
• Candidates must have a demonstrated ability to learn and efficiently use complex computing applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, Canvas, Blackboard, CRM, Banner Systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors' degree in business, human resources, education, or a related field is preferred.

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB

Communication and Comprehension

• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well articulated information.
• Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner.
• Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University to a variety of business and community customers and associates.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent computer skills.

Problem Solving

• Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.

Physical and Sensory Abilities

• Occasionally required to travel to local and campus locations.
• Frequently required to sit for extended periods to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard.
• Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally.
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the building.
• Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business.
• Regularly lift 10 or fewer pounds

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work Environment

The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is a climate-controlled office setting. It is well lighted and the noise level is moderate.

Driving Requirements

Use of one's personal vehicle (or LU vehicles) may be required for travel in the performance of the essential functions of this position. Proof of a valid Virginia driver's license, an acceptable DMV record, and liability insurance is required.

Work Hours

Monday - Friday 8:00-4:30

Location

Lynchburg - In Office