Administrative Specialist

Departmental Administrative Assistant

The Department of Mathematics in the College of Arts & Science is a recognized world leader in mathematical research and education. The department has leading research groups in several areas of mathematics including biomathematics, combinatorics, geometry and topology, group theory, PDEs, universal algebra & logic, and harmonic analysis.

The Earth and Environmental Sciences are aimed at understanding Earth's dynamic history how Earth "works" and records its origin and age in rocks and landscapes and how geological processes affect modern environmental and ecological systems.

Key functions and expected performance:

• Assist in the administrative day-to-day operations of the department
• Provide administrative support to the Administrative Officer, Administrative Manager, Program Manager, and Department Chair, as needed.
• Serves as Departmental Procurement Requester, processing procurement orders, such as office and break room supplies.
• Serve as a departmental One Card holder, for procurement and travel purchasing.
• Serve as Guest Travel Coordinator for all departmental seminar speakers, as well as other invited guests. This includes lodging, airfare, parking, and travel expense reimbursements.
• Event planning for guest speakers and lecture series, as requested, to include placing regular catering orders.
• Reserve campus rooms via EMS, as needed.
• Update the department website and other communication platforms [displays, newsletters]
• Submit facilities work orders, as needed, and process all key and new phone number requests.

Supervisory relationships:

This position does not have supervisory responsibility. This position reports administratively & functionally to the department Administrative Manager.

Education and certifications:

• A High School Diploma is necessary.
• An Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution of higher education is preferred.

Experience and skills:

• Working knowledge of Outlook, Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat
• Strong organizational skills and detail-oriented with an emphasis on self-managing multiple tasks and proven capabilities to meet deadlines
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Experience with administrative systems, policies, and procedures
• Enjoy working independently and as part of a team

Preferred qualifications:

• High proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word), Adobe Acrobat, Slack, Zoom, and standard website interfaces
• Experience managing multiple calendars and/or complex calendars
• Proficient user of Vanderbilt systems including, but not limited to Concur, Oracle, and REDCap
• Experience with Box and One Drive
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Required skills:

• Corporate Travel Management - VU
• Discretion - VU
• Editing - VU
• Event Planning - VU
• Expense Management - VU
• Process Improvement - VU
• Project Coordination - VU
• Purchasing - VU
• Records Management - VU
• Relationship Management - VU
• Strategic Prioritization - VU

About Us

At Vanderbilt University, our work - regardless of title or role - is in service to an important and noble mission in which every member of our community serves in advancing knowledge and transforming lives on a daily basis. Located in Nashville, Tennessee, on a 330+ acre campus and arboretum dating back to 1873, Vanderbilt is proud to have been named as one of "America's Best Large Employers" as well as a top employer in Tennessee and the Nashville metropolitan area by Forbes for several years running. We welcome those who are interested in learning and growing professionally with an employer that strives to create, foster and sustain opportunities as an employer of choice.

We understand you have a choice when choosing where to work and pursue a career. We understand you are unique and have a story. We want to hear it. We encourage you to apply today so that you might become a part of our story.

Vanderbilt University is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Info

• Job Identification 10008597
• Posting Date 07/10/2026, 07:28 PM
• Locations TN, United States (Hybrid)
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Category University Operations
• Job Function Administrative Support
• Management Level Service & Support 2