Administrative Assistant I

Administrative Assistant I

Provides administrative and budgetary support for the supervisor and the department.

Uses word-processing and spreadsheet software to produce and edit letters, memos, reports, statistical tables and other documents. Answers non-routine questions regarding the department. Refers questions as needed. Explains departmental policies and procedures. Monitors, tracks and reconciles a budget(s). Prepare budget reports and may recommend allocations. Maintains a database: verifies, updates, and enters data. Schedules appointments and coordinates meetings; makes travel arrangements. Monitors and orders departmental supplies. Typically, engages in some office management and/or project work. May provide guidance and direction to student employees. May update the content of the department's website.

High school diploma or equivalent. One year's relevant experience. Proficiency with word-processing and spreadsheet software. Experience with query databases and budget entry and tracking. Experience providing guidance to student employees is desired.

Terminal appointment ends on 06/30/2027 with a potential of being extended. Finalists will be required to take a typing, Word and Excel skills assessment. Western Michigan University offers generous benefits to its employees including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement, and tuition discount for the employee and tuition remission for eligible dependents.

Office or other indoor work with minimal physical demands such as occasionally lifting or moving materials less than 25 pounds. Work is generally performed in a well-lit, temperature-controlled indoor environment with occasional exposure to the outdoors or any number of elements.