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Administrative Assistant 3 - Mathematical Sciences

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Work Type: Classified
Location: Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Categories: Administrative/Clerical Support, College of Basic & Applied Sciences

Job Title

Administrative Assistant 3 - Mathematical Sciences

Department

Mathematical Sciences

Salary

$31,721 - $38,700; commensurate with experience

Job Summary/Basic Function

Provide support to students, faculty and Chair in the department of Mathematical Sciences. Provide clerical support and record keeping for actuarial science program. Greet visitors/answer questions or direct to appropriate resources. Answer phone and respond to emails. Coordinate with department faculty and local high schools to arrange informational and recruiting visits. Maintain the department website, work with ITD, department chair and faculty to assess needs and incorporate updates. Coordinate administration of common finals. Coordinate logistics for regional mathematics contest. Work with faculty coordinators to develop work assignments for tutoring labs. Cross train to provide assistance as required in the absence of other department secretarial staff. Perform other related tasks and special projects as assigned.

Required Education

High School diploma or High School Equivalency (HSE) required.

Required Related Experience

Two years of secretarial/clerical office experience; a minimum of an Associate's degree (two (2) years of related college coursework) may be considered in lieu of experience.

Desirable Related Experience

Prior office experience in higher education preferred.

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 26, 2025

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