Academic Assistant - Men's and Women's Basketball Office
JOB SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, the Academic Assistant performs clerical and secretarial tasks and provides support for Athletic department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Answer telephones, take messages, schedule appointments and greet visitors;
  
• Perform word processing, filing, copying, and faxing in support of the department(s);
  
• Handle correspondence, produce reports (including (graphs and charts), presentations, and record minutes of meetings;
  
• Assist coaches with scheduling, coordinating and maintaining weekly activities;
  
• Oversee coordination of printing, collating and distribution of course material;
  
• Track expenses, handle check requests, purchase orders and office supplies;
  
• Monitor departmental budget(s);
  
• Receive and distribute incoming and outgoing mail for the departments
  
• Receive and respond to student, administration and outside agencies questions and concerns related to the department(s);
  
• Assist the coaches with student recores and/or awards dinners;
  
• Receive and respond to student, administration and outside agencies questions and concerns related to the departments;
  
• Maintain and use department database system;
  
• Assist with programs and events conducted by the departments as required;
  
• Make travel arrangements, organize luncheons and events:
  
• Assist with programs and events conducted by the department(s) as required;
  
• Make travel arrangements, organize luncheons and events;
  
• Supervise student aides;
  
• Maintain confidentiality of information (including but not limited to: student and employee personal information, student grades, etc.), both during and after their employment with the University. Any question regarding the confidentiality of material, should be referred to the supervisor. Any violation shall subject the employee to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment;
  
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
  
  
• Ability to read and comprehend the English language sufficiently to be able to read and understand various forms, documentation, files and information.
  
• Basic mathematical skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division to be able to verify accuracy of work.
  
• Proficiency to handle various office machines including but not limited to: keyboard, calculator, computer, copier and fax machine.
  
• Ability to receive telephone calls, respond to inquiries and effectively communicate with others.
  
• Computer literate, including Microsoft Office, and ability to learn new computer software programs.
  
• Strong and accurate typing skills (including those necessary for mathematical symbols) and utilizing appropriate symbolic graphic programs for equations.
  
• Excellent organizational skills will attention to details.
  
• Ability to perform all essential job functions accurately with minimal direct supervision.
  
• Ability to display sound judgment to insure timely processing and completion of assigned tasks.
  
  QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:
  
  
• High School diploma required with education, training and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities
  
• A minimum of three years of experience performing similar tasks is required.
  
• Prior work experience in an educational setting is preferred.
  
  
  
  
  

  Interested candidates should submit a resume with cover letter to the Director of Human Resources, P.O. Box 1911, Niagara University, NY 14109 or via email to hro@niagara.edu. Please only one submission.. Niagara University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. A copy of the Student Right to Know Annual Security Report is available at: http://www.niagara.edu/safety. Applications accepted until the position is filled. Once filled, the listing will be removed from this website.