Administrative Assistant

Position: Administrative Assistant I

Posting Number

S14694P

Working Title

Administrative Assistant I

Department

Honors-Morehead Honors College

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About

the College/Unit/Department

Jere W. Morehead Honors College /

College/Unit/Department website

honors

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time

Full Time

Additional Schedule Information

Monday – Friday from 8am-5pm

Advertised Salary

34,500 - 38,500

Posting Date

02/13/2026

Open until filled

No

Closing Date

03/13/2026

Proposed Starting Date

04/01/2026

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

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Classification Title

Administrative Assistant I

FLSA

Non-Exempt

FTE

1.00

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

Two to three years of administrative experience

Position Summary

The Administrative Assistant I position serves as the Jere W. Morehead Honors College receptionist. This position is the first point of contact for the majority of individuals that contact or enter the Honors College. The person in this position answers the main telephone line, responds to email inquiry, and directs visitors. This position also provides clerical and project support for various staff members as needed.

Knowledge,

Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

The ability to communicate effectively with highly motivated and capable students and their families; work in a fast-paced, professional environment; and be self-motivated are required to be successful in this position.

Physical Demands

Tidying the lobby and student lounge areas, retrieving and distributing mail and packages, sitting at a desk for long periods of time.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

No

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

Yes

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