Northern Michigan University Careers

Position Title: Principal Administrative Assistant

Department:  Chemistry

Term of Assignment: Continuing

Term End Date, If Applicable:             

FLSA Status:   Non-Exempt = overtime eligible

Work Schedule: Traditionally Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm

Salary: Hourly rate: $15.85

Travel: No travel

Brief Statement of Duties

Brief Statement of Duties: Responsible for providing routine clerical and administrative assistance for the department to include document and form preparation, inventory maintenance, and record maintenance.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education: High School Graduation or Equivalent

Discipline/Degree Area: 

Required Specialized Training/Certifications: 

Required Minimum Work Experience:  Three years' progressive office work experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, or Attributes Required for Satisfactory Performance of the Position Duties: 

Ability to accurately and efficiently operate department equipment to include any combination of word processing, spreadsheet, database, email or web-based applications.
Ability to learn new software programs in timely manner.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Good customer service skills.
Ability to work with diverse populations.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to multi-task.
Ability to work independently.

Additional Desirable Qualifications

Additional Desirable Qualifications: 

Knowledge of University policies and procedures.
Prior financial management experience.

Other

Special Instructions to Applicants: Submit application, cover letter, resume and references. This position is not currently available for sponsorship.

Contact Information:  Brenda Bickler, Employment Specialist, 906-227-2114

NMU is an equal opportunity employer.