Office Manager

Office Manager

Reporting to the Director of Connected Communities (CC), the Office Manager is primarily responsible for providing administrative and fiscal support to CC. This position is responsible for coordinating the departmental and Student Finance Committee (SFC) funded accounts, overseeing office expenditures, managing equipment and supply purchases, processing contracts for guest speakers/entertainment at events and assisting with all aspects of arranging travel including entering the requests into the university accounting systems. The Office Manager will process hiring paperwork for student wage positions and elected paid student organization positions. Responsible for providing monthly budget and expenditure reports to the Director and student organization leaders. Provide training for student staff and student organizations officers/leaders on SFC and University policies, procedures and processes. Represent the Connected Communities department positively and professionally. Supervise student staff in the absence of the Director, Associate Director, and Assistant Director. Acts as a proxy for staff approval of timecards. Assists with special events held at both Connected Communities locations during normal work hours as appropriate or required.

Demonstrated experience providing administrative support in a fast-paced energetic office while maintaining a positive attitude. Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations. Ability to set priorities and manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions. Working knowledge of budget management, general office practices and equipment management. Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook (email and calendar) applications. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Demonstrated experience coordinating events and special projects while meeting deadlines. Must possess strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills

Experience working in higher education or student support services environment. Knowledge of state and university policies and procedures. Demonstrated experience of Banner, eVA and Cognos systems. Experience with managing high volume of transactions and multiple budgets.

Salary: $38,000 to $42,000 (Commensurate with experience and qualifications)

Normal Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm, evenings or weekends as required.

Department Contact Name: Deaundra Jeffress

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