Administrative Assistant IV

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Job Location (Full Address):

625 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

920735 EIOH Pediatric Dentistry

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URG 106 H

Compensation Range:

$21.36 - $29.90

Responsibilities:

Serves as administrative assistant to a singular leader whose role is within the leadership career stream. Provides general administrative support. Maintains and files reports and other information. Schedules and coordinates logistical support for conference calls and meetings. Makes travel arrangements. Provides word processing and other document preparation services. Locates and retrieves information in support of management and technical staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Manages complex calendars, schedules high-level meetings, and coordinates travel arrangements. With general guidance as to priorities, manages the time and calendar of a leader, choosing or recommending among competing demands on time, referring matters to be handled by others, controlling access as needed.
• Under general direction as to policies and regulations, manages the clerical records and other support services.
• Represents assigned leader in contact with internal and external partners as needed, frequently anticipating the leaders instructions, preferences and concerns, and obtaining reports or recommendations.
• Anticipates the needs from and obtains background material for decisions. Conducts research and compiles data for reports and presentations. Edits and checks accuracy of material for reports, correspondence, publications, and speeches. Prepares and signs routine correspondence. Composes correspondence on policy or other substantive matters.
• Represents the college or department in requisitioning and arranging for administrative and other service, including support staff, space, equipment, and supplies. Serves on committees concerned with administrative reports. Edits and publishes notices, departmental regulations, announcements, and minutes of department meetings.
• Coordinates the clerical and other support services of the office. May supervise up to two other administrative staff.
• Handles confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Assists in planning, coordinating, and executing departmental projects and events.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Associate's degree and 2 years of relevant administrative experience required
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to maintain confidentiality required
• Exceptional organizational, time management and administrative skills required
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written required
• Strong technical skills, including a high level of proficiency in Microsoft Office required

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