Sr Administrative Specialist

Department

Office of the Provost, Native American and Indigenous Studies Center

Responsibilities

This position provides office, planning, and administrative services for the Native American and Indigenous Studies Center (NAIS) by implementing and executing systems, procedures, and policies, and monitoring projects. Provide high-level administrative support to the Director and perform office operations for the center to include gathering and processing information of resources, reports, and data; interpret and advise on university(s) policies and procedures; analyze and recommend actions regarding internal administrative operations and processes; schedule and maintain appointments and calendars; process and route appropriate communications; maintain inventory of office supplies; etc.

Provide continuity and respond to management and administrative needs of the NAIS Director. Participate in and coordinate the recruitment and hiring of new staff and assistants. Supervise and manage the operational aspects of academic, fiscal, administration, purchasing, travel, human resources, payroll administration, and property control functions for the organization unit.

Maintains the NAIS website and provides website assistance to NAIS affiliates. Coordinates and works with the Florida State University marketing project team to optimize performance by providing clear purpose, direction, and motivation.Maintains the NAIS website and provides website assistance to NAIS affiliates. Coordinates and works with the Florida State University marketing project team to optimize performance by providing clear purpose, direction, and motivation.Maintains the NAIS website and provides website assistance to NAIS affiliates. Coordinates and works with the Florida State University marketing project team to optimize performance by providing clear purpose, direction, and motivation.

Serves as project manager processing and building center-specific processes, tracks Center projects/programs, and tracks research across the university. Guides projects from initial requirements definition through deployment, overseeing schedules, scopes, budget estimations, and implementation plans, while actively managing and mitigating risks.

Organize and execute activities, trainings, conferences, workshops, guest lectures, and other special events for the NAIS center and other collaborative community and University education and engagement opportunities.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and four years experience or combination of post high school education and experience equal to eight years.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research, encourages creativity, and embraces diversity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Considerations

This is an A&P position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check .

Equal Employment Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.

FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at : https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf .