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.
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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:
Involves no responsibility or authority for the direction of others.
NATURE AND SCOPE:
Internal contacts 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 the operation of computers, related software applications (wordprocessing, 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.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
High School diploma or GED and 1-2 years of responsible secretarial experience. Vocational or other technical school, training or apprenticeship beyond HS may be substituted for work experience.
Compliance Salary Range Disclosure
Expected Pay Range: $45,032 - $49,536