Administrative Assistant- Agriculture

• Serve as the first point of contact for the department-greet visitors, answer phone lines, and communicate with current and prospective students.
• Coordinate department meetings, take minutes, and assist with scheduling for professional development activities.
• Maintain accurate electronic and paper files, course schedules, and departmental communications.
• Handle confidential materials and sensitive information with discretion.
• Oversee department and auxiliary unit budgets, including the David M. Barton Agriculture Research Center and Charles H. Hutson Greenhouse; manage expenditures, invoices, purchase requisitions and account transfers.
• Coordinate textbook orders and supply inventory; serve as liaison with publishers and vendors.

• High school diploma, GED, or HiSET
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Evidence of accuracy in recording data and attention to detail
• Experience with budget management
• Ability to multitask, work independently, and collaborate as a team member
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of customer service

• Letter of interest addressing all position qualifications
• Current resume
• Names and contact information of three professional references will be requested at a later date

Southeast Missouri State University