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Executive Assistant - Political and Global Affairs

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Work Type: Classified
Location: Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Categories: Administrative/Clerical Support, College of Liberal Arts

Job Title

Executive Assistant - Political and Global Affairs

Department

Political and Global Affairs

Salary

$35,000 - $42,875; commensurate with experience

Job Summary/Basic Function

Perform a variety of complex office administrative and clerical duties under very limited supervision, ensuring a smooth flow of operations. Requires analytical and deductive reasoning, particularly when prioritizing work from several faculty members and dealing with faculty and/or student confidential material. This classification also requires a high degree of independent judgment and discretion in determining appropriate solutions to given situations. Serves as a liaison between the department chair and students, faculty, administration, community and other agencies. Monitor and supervise the work of student and hourly employees. Must be able to organize own work, set priorities and meet critical deadlines.

Required Education

High School diploma or High School Equivalency (HSE) required. College experience preferred.

Required Related Experience

Three years of progressive secretarial experience. Three years of college coursework, or an associate's degree (two years of college coursework) and one year of related experience may be considered in lieu of experience.

Documents Needed to Apply

Cover Letter & Resume Required

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:  

  • Sick Leave
  • Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
  • 13 paid University holidays
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
  • Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
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MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://police.mtsu.edu/annual-security-report/ or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.

MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.

 

Application Review Date: November 10, 2025

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