Field Experience Administrative Assistant

Position Summary

This position provides administrative support to associates of the School of Education (SoE), including field experience coordinators, faculty and staff as well as supervisors in other colleges, offices and departments across campus. The position helps to manage all student field placements. This work involves assisting and supporting a variety of constituents through database maintenance, customer service and communication, as well as ongoing office support. The normal work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday 7: 45 a.m. to 4: 30 p.m.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge and experience in the use of computer software including Microsoft Office
• Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.).
• Knowledge and experience in the use of e-mail (i.e. Outlook, Gmail) functions including electronic calendars.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to coordinate projects, work independently and set priorities to meet the demands of the position.
• Possess an attention to details and time lines/due dates despite frequent interruptions.
• Ability to meet and work effectively with people across multiple levels of the organization.
• Ability to use discretion and good judgment regarding confidential information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with relational database management.
• Knowledge of People Soft products.
• Basic knowledge of budget maintenance and reporting.

AA/EEO Statement

The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. We strongly encourage women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans to apply. UWL, in compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.

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