Part time EA

Executive Assistant

Provost’s Office

College/Division:
General University

Mercer University’s Office of the Provost is searching for an Executive Assistant on the Macon, Georgia campus.

The Executive Assistant is responsible for providing direct administrative support to the Vice Provosts. Additionally, this position is responsible for coordinating administrative functions of the office; and providing coordination and planning assistance for university functions, projects, websites, and assessment measures headed by the Office of the Provost. Assist in the reconciliation of budgets related to the Provost’s Office

Assist with coordination and implementation of many highly visible University functions and events

Coordinate monthly reconciliation of purchasing card statements

Manage incoming phone calls

Oversee day-to-day operations and management of the Godsey Administration Building, 3rd floor

Provide direct administrative support to the Provost as needed

Provide high-level administrative support to the Vice Provosts

Supervises part-time student worker

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university and one year of prior administrative support experience are required. Candidates must be able to use MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Acrobat PDF maker. Workday).

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel to support individuals.

Working knowledge of PowerPoint and Publisher to support presentations, graphic design, and website maintenance.

Good interpersonal communication skills to interact with high-level administrative officers both inside and outside of Mercer University.

Ability to maintain discreteness and confidentiality to ensure appropriate handling of sensitive and confidential matters.

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Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia, Mercer’s twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university cultivates a close-knit, student-centered environment where innovation, service, and personal growth are deeply valued. Mercer’s employees are at the heart of its mission, dedicated to advancing innovation, supporting student success, and strengthening both our local and global communities through service. Accordingly, our employees are expected to serve in‑person as it fosters real‑time problem solving, mentoring, and the meaningful connections that strengthen both our work and service to our students and the broader university community.

Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions , tuition waivers , paid vacation and sick leave , technology discounts, schedules that allow for work-life balance, and so much more!

Staff Clerical Non-exempt

EEO/Veteran/Disability

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