Secretary ; Eastern Connecticut STATE University

Secretary 2

EASTERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY

Recruitment #CL-002

Location:

Windham, CT

Date Opened: 2/23/2026 12:00:00 PM

Salary: $55,248.00 - $72,247.00 per year (Employees new to state service start at minimum of the pay plan)

Job Type: Open to the Public

Close Date: 3/6/2026 11:59:00 PM

We are recruiting for a Secretary 2 to cover the Departments of Economics and Finance/Accounting and Business Information Systems on our beautiful campus located in Willimantic, CT, Eastern Connecticut State University (ECSU) is one of the State of Connecticut institutions of higher learning and the state's designated public liberal arts university. Our mission is to provide high quality undergraduate and select graduate programs to a diverse population of talented students.

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• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• A healthy work/life balance to all employees.

• You enjoy clerical work in a higher education environment.
• Are an independent worker, who can work in a team environment.
• Have experience supporting a multi-faceted, active office.
• Are an expert at prioritizing tasks and responsibilities.

• This position is full-time, 40 hours per week.
• Monday - Friday
• First Shift, 8:00am - 5:00pm

DEPARTMENTS OF ECONOMICS and FINANCE/ACCOUNTING:

This department provides instruction that facilitates a comprehensive exploration of diverse fields/subjects, such as real estate, labor markets, money management, healthcare, income inequalities, and sustainability.

Business Information Systems

This department supports student learning in the development of technology skills, business knowledge and competency in leadership, analytical thinking, business intelligence, business data analysis, project management and teamwork.

NOTE:
Preference may be given to current BOR/CSCU employees.

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In a state agency this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of secretarial support functions requiring an understanding of organizational policies and procedures.

• Typing:
  • Using computers, tablets, and other electronic equipment, formats and types a full range of correspondence, reports, bills, drafts, etc. from rough draft, transcription, dictated notes, etc.
  • Proofreads for content.
  • Edits using knowledge of grammar, punctuation and spelling.
• Filing:
  • Designs office filing systems.
  • Organizes and maintains files (including confidential files).
  • Maintains, updates and reviews reference materials and manuals.
• Correspondence:
  • Composes complex letters and/or memoranda, etc. (e.g., explaining department practices/policies) for own or supervisor's signature.
• Report Writing:
  • Compiles information from a variety of sources and prepares narrative or statistical reports, exercising judgment in the selection of items to be included.
• Interpersonal:
  • Greets and directs visitors.
  • Answers phones and screens incoming calls.
  • Provides advice to callers regarding policy and procedures (e.g., citing a regulation to solve a specific problem).
  • Coordinates with others both within and outside of the organization on a variety of non-routine matters.
• Processing:
  • Screens letters, memos, reports and other materials to determine action required.
  • May make recommendations to the supervisor.
• Secretary:
  • Arranges and coordinates meetings (including space and equipment).
  • Researches, assembles and coordinates meeting materials (e.g., charts, graphs, reports).
  • Writes minutes of meetings, lectures, conferences, etc. from rough draft.
  • Takes notes and/or meeting minutes.
  • Prepares expense accounts.
  • Makes travel arrangements.
• Office Management:
  • Maintains an inventory of supplies and equipment.
  • Orders supplies when necessary.
  • Completes, processes and maintains paperwork for purchasing (e.g., orders, requisitions, invoices, etc.).
  • Maintains time and attendance records.
  • Assists in preparing and monitoring the office budget (e.g., compiles figures, reviews statistical reports, verifies expense items).
  • Designs and initiates new forms and procedures to facilitate workflow.
• Performs related duties as required.

• Considerable knowledge of
  • office systems and procedures;
  • proper grammar, punctuation and spelling;
• Knowledge of
  • business communications;
  • department's/unit's policies and procedures;
  • business math;
• Skills;
  • interpersonal skills;
  • oral and written communication skills;
• Ability to
  • schedule and prioritize office workflow;
  • operate office equipment which includes computers, tablets, and other electronic equipment;
  • operate office suite software;
  • take notes (shorthand, speed writing or other method acceptable to the supervisor).

Three (3) years of experience above the routine clerk level in office support or secretarial work.

One (1) year of the General Experience must have been as a…