Position Information Working Title Office Associate Department Agronomy & Horticulture-0827 Requisition Number S_240753 Posting Open Date 07/30/2024 Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 08/14/2024 Posting Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Description of Work In the Department of Agronomy and Horticulture, we empower students and scientists from a wide range of disciplines and interests to connect with people, cultivate ideas, and discover new opportunities to feed and enrich the lives of a growing global population. As an Office Associate, you will:
- Serve as receptionist and provide office support to the Department of Agronomy & Horticulture in its research, teaching, and extension efforts.
- Provide varied and complex clerical assistance to the department administrative team.
- Serve as a liaison between the department and visitors, faculty, staff, and students. Responsible for responding to inquiries, room scheduling and meeting coordination, and performing a variety of office duties as needed or requested.
This position is located on UNL's East Campus, home of the beautiful Maxwell Arboretum, the UNL Dairy Store, and plenty of parking! At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we are committed to advancing knowledge, enriching lives, and contributing to the global community. We invest in our employees through comprehensive benefits including:
- Tuition remission for full-time employees and dependents
- Retirement plans with university match
- Vacation, sick, and holiday pay
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- A diverse and inclusive workplace
We are looking for talented individuals like you to join our team and make a difference! The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees' differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: Minimum Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED plus four years administrative support experience required; OR
- Associate degree plus two years of administrative support experience. Additional relevant education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.
- Working knowledge of general office procedures and office equipment.
- Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, and video conferencing (i.e. Zoom) software.
- Ability to multi-task.
- Experience must demonstrate excellent organizational, customer service, and communication skills.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
Preferred Qualifications Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No Physical Required No Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No Criminal History Background Check Required Yes Posted Salary $17.750/hr minimum How to Apply Click on Apply for this Job . You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. For questions or accommodations related to this position contact Please call Human Resources at 402-###-#### Job Category (old) Office/Service Job Type Full-Time Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No If Temporary, indicate end date Planned Hire Date: Appointment End Date Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Please briefly describe your administrative support experience including years of experience. (Open Ended Question) * Please describe your experience and proficiency-level with word processing, spreadsheets, and video conferencing (i.e. Zoom) software. (Open Ended Question) * This position requires working knowledge of general office procedures and general office equipment. Please describe your experience in an office, along with your specific experience with office equipment. (Open Ended Question) * Please describe your verbal and written communication, interpersonal, organizational, customer service, and problem-solving skills. (Open Ended Question) Required Documents
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