Administrative Assistant and Office Manager - Fairfax, United States - George Mason University

George Mason University

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Fairfax, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Department:
College of Engineering and Computing

Classification:
Administrative Office Specialist 3

Job Category:
Classified Staff

Job Type:
Full-Time

Work Schedule:
Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/week)

Location:
Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type:
Hybrid Eligible

Pay Band: 03

Salary:
Salary varies based on education and experience

Criminal Background Check:
Yes

About the Department:

The Department of Statistics aims to educate students at different levels, conduct research, and oversee various academic programs.

About the Position:

The role of Office Manager within the academic department is crucial. Reporting to the Department Chair, this position plays a key role in administrative and programmatic support for faculty and students.

Responsibilities include overseeing administrative operations, ensuring service needs are met, and abiding by University telework guidelines.

Responsibilities:

Duties entail managing office operations, providing support to faculty, coordinating meetings, maintaining records, processing payroll, budget monitoring, and responding to student inquiries.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Serving as executive secretary to the Department Chair
Providing administrative support for faculty and students
Managing the office and equipment
Processing appointments and payroll
Supervising part-time employees
Monitoring department accounts and budgets
Responding to student queries
Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent
Effective prioritization and multitasking skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Willingness to learn new technologies
Financial transaction experience
Administrative background

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a related field
Higher education work experience
Handling confidential materials
Proficiency in IT and digital tools

Instructions to Applicants:

Posting Open Date:
April 19, 2024

Open Until Filled?
Yes

Drive Innovation in Northern Virginia's Technology Hub

About the College:

The College of Engineering and Computing (CEC) at George Mason University is a leading force in research and education, with a significant student enrollment and faculty expertise.

Ranked among the top 100 nationally, the CEC offers a wide range of degree programs and excels in research areas like artificial intelligence and data analytics.

With substantial research funding and a diverse faculty, the CEC is renowned for its contributions to technology advancement.