Administrative Services Assistant Pr
Administrative Staff
Full Time
Job Title
Administrative Services Assistant Pr
Requisition Number
RE47727
Working Title
Department Manager
Department Name
81060:PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCES
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
44
Salary Range
$21.06-33.69/hour
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
AA
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https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
7 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Sitting/standing at a desk for long periods of time; performing repetitive motion tasks; effectively communicating with individuals from diverse backgrounds
Shift
Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm (40 hrs/wk).
Job Summary
The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food & Environment department of Plant & Soil Sciences is seeking a Department Manager to oversee the daily administrative operations of our large unit. The department of Plant & Soil Sciences supports missions in teaching, research & extension, as well as having broad areas of interest – crop science, environmental science, plant molecular biology and soil science. The Department Manager is a key member of the team. The position assists the Department Chair with faculty and staff performance evaluations, promotions and tenure, various approval processes, as well as all departmental annual reporting requirements. The position will also assist faculty coordinators of academic and extension programming in annual reporting, and help the Chair manage farm operations and workflow. The position will supervise other administrative personnel who are responsible for Department event management, social media, mail, etc. Knowledge of University reporting systems, SAP, UK portal is essential, as are strong leadership, team building, attention to detail, and excellent communication. This position includes excellent benefits and provides opportunities for professional development. For additional information on the Plant & Soil Sciences department, please Click Here.
The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is a welcoming workplace that offers a variety of employee enhancement initiatives, such as a formal mentoring program and a staff professional development fund. To find out more about M-G CAFE and how the college supports the mission of this being the University of, for, and with Kentucky, Click Here.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
MS Window, Excel, UK Portal, SAP, BW, etc. and university policies
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
Bachelor’s degree + experience in administration at UK is preferred.
Deadline to Apply
11/05/2024
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