About The University Corporation
The University Corporation is a non-profit auxiliary corporation providing commercial and administrative services to California State University, Northridge. Our mission is to provide services and solutions that address the needs of California State University, Northridge; to support the academic, research, and creative endeavors of its students, faculty, and staff; and to enhance the quality of campus life. https://www.csun.edu/tuc
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Center for Geospatial Science and Technology at California State University, Northridge is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant. More information about the Center can be found on our website at: https://www.csun.edu/cgst
This position supports the general administrative functions of the Center and does not require an understanding of geospatial science and technology. Responsibilities include reviewing timesheets, monitoring student intern schedules, answering phones, greeting/referring/assisting visitors, scheduling meetings, organizing and maintaining information and documentation, updating the Center website, posting to Center social media accounts, managing Center supplies; managing the Center email account and communicating with Center staff and students. Works closely with the Center Administrative Support Coordinator, Center Director and Managers, fulfills other duties as assigned, and provides general office support.
Qualifications:
Must possess strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Must have a thorough knowledge of correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Must have the ability and specialized skills to organize, coordinate, and prioritize multiple tasks; keep moderately complex records and files; work independently in a busy environment with frequent interruptions and changing priorities; communicate effectively in oral and written form; maintain cooperative working relationships with others; be team oriented; diplomatic, pleasant, professional, collaborative demeanor; have excellent computer skills and operate standard office machines, computers, and software such as Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel.
REQUIRED Qualifications:
- Ability to work independently and take initiative;
- Attention to detail;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Experience with taking notes and developing and maintaining documentation;
- Ability to organize, prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities and tasks; and
- Experience with Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc;
DESIRED Qualifications:
- Experience in paid administrative support position;
- Social Media management; and
- Website development
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in an office setting on the CSUN campus with a low-to-moderate noise level; employee must regularly communicate by telephone, email, other written communications and in-person with staff, other professionals; occasionally lift, carry and position objects weighing up to 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Limited remote work may be accommodated.
Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule
This position is employed through The University Corporation (TUC).
The anticipated hiring range: $17 - $19/hour
Full Pay range: $16.85 - $24.80/hour
Time Base: Part-Time
How to Apply
Please complete the online application/resume upload submission process to be considered for any open position within the university and its auxiliaries. The hiring department will contact the best-qualified candidates and invite them to participate in the interview process.
Application Screening begins Wednesday, August 7, and will continue until the position is filled.
To be considered in the initial review, applications must be submitted before the date listed above.
Application submissions received after the application screening date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.
For more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please view the link below:
http://www-admn.csun.edu/ohrs/employment/
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, and disability. Applicants who wish to request accommodation for a disability may contact the Office of Equity and Diversity at (818) 677-2077.
