Office Manager

Job Title Office Manager Job Summary The Department of Chemistry at Tuskegee University seeks a highly organized, detail‑oriented, and proactive individual to serve as Office Manager. This position plays a vital role in supporting the daily administrative operations of the department, assisting faculty and students, and ensuring compliance with university policies and procedures. Responsibilities Manage day‑to‑day administrative functions of the department office Serve as primary point of contact for departmental inquiries Coordinate scheduling, communications, and documentation for meetings and events Maintain departmental records, files, and databases Support faculty with travel requests, purchase orders, requisitions, and other administrative tasks Monitor departmental budgets, reconcile accounts, and prepare reports as needed Assist with course scheduling, textbook adoptions, and student communications Collaborate with campus offices (HR, Finance, Registrar, etc.) to ensure timely processing of departmental needs Supervise student workers and assist with onboarding of new faculty and staff Qualifications (Education, Experience, and Specialized Training) Associate’s degree required (Bachelor’s degree preferred) Minimum of 5 years of administrative or office management experience, preferably in an academic setting Skills and Attributes Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), Zoom, and general office technology Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality Additional Desirable Qualifications Familiarity with university operations and academic departments Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines Problem‑solving mindset and attention to detail Ability to learn new purchasing and management software Posting Number S870 #J-18808-Ljbffr Tuskegee University