Administrative Associate (Statistics)

Department

Department of Statistics | Florida State University College of Arts & Sciences

Responsibilities

The Administrative Associate is the first point of contact for all students, faculty, and guests of the Department of Statistics main office.

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Serving as the point of contact for the Department of Statistics by answering the telephone, greeting walk-in visitors, and answering general questions via phone, email, and in-person.
• Processing and distributing outgoing and incoming mail.
• Assisting with assigning student offices and ordering keys.
• Serving as the departmental travel representative by assisting with travel arrangements, processing travel requests and reimbursements, and scheduling itineraries for visitors when needed.
• Serving as the departmental procurement representative by placing, monitoring, and receiving orders, preparing payment requests, and reconciling procurement card purchases.
• Serving as the Departmental Time & Leave Coordinator.
• Assisting with entering HR transactions for departmental personnel.
• Assisting the Chair and Business Manager with various tasks.
• Assisting with Promotion and Tenure tasks.
• Preparing announcements and assisting with scheduling and organizing events in departmental spaces.
• Ordering and maintaining departmental supply inventory.
• Performing on-campus errands.
• Assisting with reporting maintenance issues.
• Assisting with the use of office equipment.

Qualifications

A high school diploma or equivalent and three years of experience. (Note: post high-school education and/or experience may substitute at a comparable rate.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in an office environment.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Excellent multitasking and organizational skills.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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Anticipated Salary Range

Anticipated starting salary for the position is in the mid $30,000's.

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply through the FSU Careers site (jobs.fsu.edu). If you are a current FSU employee, apply through myFSU Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Veterans' Preference

Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for post secondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Veterans' Preference applies to University Support Personnel System (USPS) positions only. IMPORTANT: To claim Veterans' Preference, select “yes” to the question on the application questionnaire and upload a DD-214 (or equivalent), the Veterans' Preference Certification form, and other documentation if applicable with your online application before midnight of the position closing date. Click the links for Veterans’ Preference eligibility requirements and Veterans’ Preference required documentation (PDF), or call FSU Human Resources at (850) 644-6034.

Considerations

This is an USPS (University Support Personnel System) position. This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.