Administrative Assistant

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and clerical support to the Department Head and Faculty
• Operate PC software including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint to type letters, forms, and reports
• Manage financial documentation including purchase requisitions, student contracts, check requests, and institutional vouchers
• Maintain organized filing systems for student academic files and departmental correspondence
• Track and follow up on payments to vendors and sub-awarding institutions for research grants
• Coordinate travel arrangements for faculty, staff, and students
• Manage office and lab equipment inventory and order supplies as needed
• Handle general inquiries via phone and assist in processing tuition payments and student payroll

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent, supplemented by typing and business secretarial courses
• Proven prior administrative experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
• Strong knowledge of grammar, punctuation, and spelling
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to operate standard office machinery such as copiers, fax machines, and calculators

About the Company

Tuskegee University is a historic institution dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service. Located in Tuskegee, Alabama, the university fosters a diverse learning environment designed to prepare students for successful careers and lifelong learning.