Administrative Assistant

Job Responsibilities

• Organize, review, and process SDSU admission applications in a fast-paced environment with accuracy and efficiency.
• Provide excellent customer service by answering questions regarding the general application process and specific application information to prospective students and/or their families as well as to co-workers and school counselors through various means of communication.
• Must be a team player while being able to work independently.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of: Computer software and systems (i.e., Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook, Banner Student)
• Data entry
• Customer service practices

Skills & Abilities

• Learn Admissions processes and procedures.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail.
• Provide excellent customer service to prospective students and/or their families.
• Work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Flexible benefits
• Retailment plans
• Compensation packages
• Paid holidays
• Vacation leave
• Retirement plan with 6% matching
• Internal and state-sponsored training
• Reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions
• Relocation benefits

Comments

This position is classified as a Senior Secretary.

Application Procedures

SDState accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu, search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on “apply for this job.” This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted.

Working Conditions

• Analyzing
• Comprehend
• Frequent Change
• Logic
• Memory
• Multiple Priorities
• Multiple Stimuli
• Pace-fast
• Perform calculations
• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication

Physical Requirements

• Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc)
• Repetitive Motion
• Sitting for sustained periods of time
• Use Both Hands

Sensory Requirements

• Hearing
• Speaking
• Vision (With and without corrective lenses)

Environmental Conditions

• Office Environment