Office Manager, Elementary & Early Childhood Education

Office Manager, Elementary & Early Childhood Education Job ID: 299566 Location: Kennesaw, Georgia (Primary location: 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144; Alternate: 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060) Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Job Summary Provides administrative and clerical support to assigned location, department, college and/or unit. Develops, maintains and ensures compliance of department records. Assists with budgetary matters, tracks department funds and purchasing. Compiles reports and monitors assigned projects and/or program components. May supervise assigned clerical staff and/or student assistants. May maintain the assigned location's Purchasing Card (PCard) usage and processes. Responsibilities Assists with assigned area administrative and clerical duties Maintains email, voicemail boxes and filing system Receives and distributes incoming and outgoing mail Manages supply inventory and submits invoices for payment Responsible for utilizing and maintaining the department's purchasing card (PCard), cash and/or credit card Prepares department meeting agendas, meeting notes and distributes accordingly Assists with projects and event support Creates and maintains office related records and reports Interprets, monitors, and analyzes information regarding operating reports, policies and procedures Oversees and coordinates the day-to-day office operations May supervise assigned staff and/or student assistants Required Qualifications Educational Requirements: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in related field or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience. Required Experience: Three (3) years of related administrative, office or clerical experience. Preferred Qualifications Preferred Educational Qualifications: Advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field. Preferred Experience: Previous experience with office management or staff supervision; prior experience in higher education. Proposed Salary The budgeted salary range for this position is $19.60 to $22.00 per hour, based on relevant experience. Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more. Abilities Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Able to maintain and appropriately utilize the location's PCard. Able to maintain confidentiality. Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines. Knowledge of basic accounting, data and administrative management practices and procedures. Basic understanding of budgets. Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills. Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (Microsoft Office suite). Strong attention to detail and follow up skills. Strong customer service skills and phone and e‑mail etiquette. Other Information This is a supervisory position. This position has financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position requires a purchasing card (P-Card). This position may travel 1%-24% of the time. This position does not require security clearance. Background Check Credit Report Standard Enhanced Education All final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during initial screening and prior to a conditional offer. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results that confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified. All applicants are required to include professional references. Additional screenings may include motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials. Equal Employment Opportunity Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. It prohibits harassment or discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, veteran or military status. For additional information or complaints, contact the Office of Institutional Equity at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Inside Higher Ed