Secretary III - Department of Applied Engineering and Department of Construction Management

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Job Description:

Under general supervision, serves as secretary for the Department of Applied Engineering (50%) and the Department of Construction Management (50%); initiates standard forms and documents, purchase orders and invoices; assists in budget preparation including calculation of projected costs and expenses necessary for budget reports; inputs schedules into SIS system; maintains files, account records, and variety of records including student and confidential files; composes correspondence requiring judgment in the application of policies and procedures; collects and compiles data for specialized reports; receives and screens telephone calls and office visitors; answers inquiries; advertises, interviews, hires, and supervises the student employees in department; directs work activities of the office clerical staff; and performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

Any combination of related clerical office experience, related undergraduate education and/or post high school clerical training that is the equivalent to four years of full-time employment and includes the use of word processing.

Position Details:

Job Category: Merit

Type of Position: Regular

Service Schedule: Calendar Year

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

Shift: First Shift

Pay Grade: 11

Starting Hourly Rate: $20.92

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