Administrative Assist-NE

The incumbent performs a wide range of administrative duties and coordinates various complex office procedures in support of the department(s) and leadership.

• Assists in coordinating activities involved in the preparation of department correspondence to facilitate on-going communications and efficient departmental operations in an accurate, neat, and timely manner as assigned.
• Reconciles monthly budget with monthly analysis report and responsibility statements; updates cost center budget tallies; sends invoices to AP for payment; completion of purchase orders and requisitions; securing quotes for capital budget; completion of expense forms and sending to AP; and completing credit card statements and sending to Accounting.
• Updates Policies & Procedures annually, along with all departmental information for each area.
• Provides support to employees with forms and information updates.
• Screens and refers incoming phone calls and department visitors to ensure accurate and timely department communications and a positive unit presentation.
• Prepares, maintains, and processes proper levels of office supply inventory.
• Maintains the schedule for the conference rooms, scheduling staff and committee meetings, conference calls, webex needs, etc. Notifies all parties of the time and place and prepares agendas and minutes as needed.
• Prepares monthly calendar and/or maintains appointment calendars, documenting accurate times and contacting appropriate individuals.
• Functions as Payroll representative for the department. Coordinates all payroll and leave reports of department staff to expedite accurate and timely processing.
• Schedules travel arrangements.

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to lift, push or pull 10-15 pounds. Ability to sit for long periods of time.

Working Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Standard office environment.

Skills and Abilities: Ability to type at least 35 wpm. Understanding of Microsoft Office Products, Excel, and other systems are needed.