Academic Support Specialist

Academic Support Specialist

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Academic Support Specialist

Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences

School Of Medicine

Atlanta, GA 30341

Mercer University is searching for an Academic Support Specialist for the School of Medicine on the Atlanta, Georgia campus.

Under indirect supervision, this position provides administrative support assistance to the Program Director and all faculties involved in the Marriage and Family Therapy program. This position works in tandem with all department Program Specialists to input data into collection instruments and any task related to accreditation success. Reports directly to the Program Director for Marriage and Family Therapy. This position will require excellent organizational skills, self motivation, and exceptional interpersonal skills working with students and faculty.

Two years of college coursework and one year of administrative support experience, to include working with databases and customer service, are required. In lieu of education, equivalent directly related experience will be considered. Candidates must be proficient in use of Excel to import and export data. Additionally, candidate must use technology for scheduling appointments and inserting information into spreadsheets and other data collection programs for accreditation purposes.

• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to use Blackboard.
• Ability to assist with inserting accreditation data into spreadsheets.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding student or client health information.
• Ability to be flexible due to variety of task required.
• Self motivated and ability to work independently with minimal direction.

• Criminal History

• Resume
• Cover letter
• List of three professional references with contact information.

Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia, Mercer's twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university cultivates a close-knit, student-centered environment where innovation, service, and personal growth are deeply valued. Mercer's employees are at the heart of its mission, dedicated to advancing innovation, supporting student success, and strengthening both our local and global communities through service.

At Mercer, we believe in the power of relationships and the importance of in-person collaboration. Accordingly, our employees are expected to serve in-person as it fosters real-time problem solving, mentoring, and the meaningful connections that strengthen both our work and service to our students and the broader university community.

Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid vacation and sick leave, technology discounts, schedules that allow for work-life balance, and so much more! At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it's a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career.

Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If you're seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer University.

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