Administrative Assistant 1, Physical Education (NY HELPS)

Administrative Assistant I

The Administrative Assistant I provides administrative services to a teacher education program that includes 20+ faculty members, an equipment room manager, office assistant, and the department chair. Critical tasks involve a variety of document creation/preparation related to course curriculum, department correspondence, department reports, as well as organizational tasks such as answering the telephone, scheduling appointments, and organizing the office and department files.

Hours for this position are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Salary: $40,391-$47,695 dependent on experience.

Major Responsibilities:

• Administrative & Office Support
• Faculty and Departmental Support
• Student Services
• Budget and Procurement

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Attention to detail, with a focus on accuracy and consistency when processing and reviewing information
• Knowledge of SUNY Cortland and Academics
• Effective problem-solving and critical-thinking skills to identify issues.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in using standard office software and systems to manage communications, track information, and complete administrative tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

SUNY Cortland:

A top public university of approximately 6,600 students located in the geographic center of New York State, SUNY Cortland provides accessible, affordable education to students from across the U.S. body. One of 13 comprehensive universities in the State University of New York system, SUNY Cortland prides itself on its rigorous undergraduate and graduate programs in the liberal arts, sciences, education, and professional studies. For more than 150 years, SUNY Cortland has provided unmistakable value for students seeking a well-rounded academic, athletic, and social experience. The University ranks among the top campuses in the nation on Money magazine's "Best Colleges for Your Money List," fields a powerhouse Division III athletics program and boasts an impressive network of alumni making a difference in education, business, government, fitness, medicine and many other fields.