Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Manages office operations and supervises support staff.
• Prepares, processes and monitors budgets, project proposals, records and invoices.
• Researches and compiles information for reports and presentations.
• Reviews incoming correspondence and forwards appropriately or, based on a knowledge of recipient's views, may respond for them.
• Leads meetings addressing specific operational issues and develops recommendations and action plans towards their resolution.
• May act as a spokesperson for departmental inquiries.
• Supervises and schedules clerical and secretarial staff, processes employee transactions and may assist in investigating employee issues/concerns and in determining an appropriate course of action.
• Oversees the ordering of equipment and supplies.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Excellent customer service acumen, proper business writing etiquette, editing, and oral communication skills
• Fully adept at all daily tasks required of administrative support team
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment with many competing priorities and deadlines
• Creative, engaging, and confident
• Passion for learning and acquiring new skills
• Analytical and strategic thinker

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Six years of experience in office administration OR a bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field and two years of office administration or related experience.
• Two years of supervisory experience.
• Experience with various personal computer software applications.

 

NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location.  Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee

Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322.

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