Administrative Support Assistant II

Position Summary

Join the Fowler College of Business at San Diego State University as an Administrative Support Assistant II supporting our Management Information Systems department and Charles W. Lamden School of Accountancy. In this role, you’ll provide a wide range of clerical, secretarial, and front-line support to students, faculty, and visitors—helping keep our operations running smoothly. Professionalism, attention to detail, and a service-oriented approach are key to success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administrative Support: Handle clerical duties, maintain records, and prepare documents.
• Front-Line Service: Assist students, faculty, and visitors in person, by phone, and via email.
• Scheduling: Coordinate appointments, meetings, and room reservations.
• Communication: Draft and edit correspondence and reports with accuracy.
• Team Collaboration: Work with colleagues to ensure efficient daily operations.

Why Join Us?

• Supportive Team: Work in a collaborative, welcoming environment.
• Growth Opportunities: Build administrative skills within the CSU system.
• Meaningful Work: Support programs that shape future business leaders.
• Inclusive Culture: Be part of a diverse and student-focused community.

Position Summary

• This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, permanent/probationary position.
• This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation.
• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.
• The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

Department Summary

The Fowler College of Business (FCB) includes the Charles W. Lamden School of Accountancy and four academic departments: Finance, Management Information Systems, Management, and Marketing. FCB offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in business administration, as well as specialized master’s programs. The college also hosts centers such as the Center for Student Success, Graduate Advising, the Partrick-Clayes Center for Career Development, the Lavin Entrepreneurship Center, the Corky McMillin Center for Real Estate, the Wendy Gillespie Center for Advancing Global Business, the Corporate Governance Institute, the Institute for Inclusion and Diversity, the Center for Integrated Marketing Communication, the James Silberrad Brown Center for Artificial Intelligence, and the Aztec Consulting Center, which advance its strategic initiatives.

The Department of Management Information Systems prepares students to address global business challenges through expertise in information systems (IS) and supply-chain management (SCM). As firms increasingly rely on technology and worldwide networks, professionals with IS and SCM skills are in high demand. Career paths range from systems analysis, project management, and cybersecurity to executive roles such as CIO and COO, where aligning IT and business strategy is critical. The department’s programs provide the knowledge and tools needed to succeed in these careers.

For more information regarding the School of Accountancy, click here.

Education and Experience

Entry to this classification requires fundamental written and oral communication skills, including a sound foundation in English grammar, spelling, and punctuation; an ability to understand standard office procedures; an ability to operate standard office equipment; an ability to learn office technology systems; an ability to perform basic mathematical calculations; and typing and keyboard skills.

These entry qualifications would normally be obtained through completion of a high school program or its equivalent and some experience in an office environment.

Key Qualifications

• Proven ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects effectively.
• Demonstrated skill in interpreting and applying complex procedures, policies, and guidelines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other office productivity tools; ability to adapt quickly to new software.
• Skilled in drafting and preparing accurate, concise correspondence, memorandums, and reports.
• Ability to work effectively in high-pressure environments with frequent interruptions