Administrative Assistant I

The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff "for fit" makes significant contributions to Howard University's overall mission.

At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth.

Here is what we offer: 

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
• Work-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
• Financial Wellness: Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match 
• Professional Development: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
• Additional Perks: Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture

Join Howard University and thrive with us 

BASIC FUNCTION:

Under general supervision, performs clerical and secretarial work, involving responsibility, complexity and variety.  Provides general receptionist support to a busy office environment.

SUPERVISORY ACCOUNTABILITY:

None.

NATURE AND SCOPE:

Internal contacts may include administrators, faculty, students, and staff of the department and University.  External contacts include vendors, visitors and the general public.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Greets visitors to the office and directs them to the proper destination or answers questions.  Provides assistance within scope of knowledge and responsibility. 

Answers telephone, directs calls to appropriate employee or answers questions.

Performs a variety of typing assignments.  Uses the computer to maintain spreadsheets and databases.  May prepare presentations.

Schedules appointments, meetings, conferences and arranges travel.  May maintain calendar of one or more high level employees in the department.

Maintains bulletin board, posts notices and keeps information current.

Receives incoming mail, packages and notices.  Duplicates and distributes information, notices, etc. to members of the department.

Maintains department files and filing system, both hard copies and computerized files.

Records and/or takes notes at meetings.  Maintains various logs and ledgers.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Familiarity with office practices and secretarial science.

Skill in operation of computers, related software applications ( word-processing, spreadsheet, database, graphic presentations, information management, etc.) and standard office equipment.

Skill in the use of proper grammar, punctuation, spelling, business correspondence, composition and format.

Communicate effectively orally and in writing with a diverse population.

Ability to establish and maintain effective and harmonious work relations with faculty, staff, students and the general public.

Ability to establish and maintain effective and harmonious work relations with faculty, staff, students and the general public.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

High School diploma or GED and appropriate number of years of responsible secretarial experience; or an equivalent combination of three years relevant education and experience

Compliance Salary Range Disclosure

$ per hour