Administrative Assistant

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and clerical support to Cooperative Extension Programs (TUCEP) leadership.
• Serve as the office receptionist, offering professional customer service to visitors, staff, and stakeholders.
• Prepare, type, and process reports, correspondence, and official administrative documents.
• Maintain organized electronic and hard-copy filing systems and records.
• Coordinate travel arrangements, including reservations, lodging, and itineraries for personnel.
• Manage office operations such as supply ordering, inventory tracking, and equipment maintenance.
• Assist with processing county travel reports, reimbursements, and vouchers.
• Support event logistics by serving on registration teams for conferences, workshops, and seminars.
• (Level III only) Oversee daily office workflows and provide mentorship to junior administrative staff.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required (Level I); Associate's Degree preferred.
• Associate's Degree required (Level II); Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree required (Level III); Master's Degree preferred.
• Experience levels vary by tier: 0–2 years (Level I), 2–5 years (Level II), or 5+ years (Level III).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a university or higher education administrative setting.
• Experience supporting Cooperative Extension or similar program structures.
• Advanced proficiency in managing complex scheduling and travel documentation.

About the Company

Tuskegee University is a historic institution dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service. The Cooperative Extension Programs work to provide vital resources and education to communities through various county-level initiatives and specialized programming.