Admin Assistant 3 - req# 31862

The School of Medicine Research Group (SOMRG) providessupport and comprehensive training in both clinical and biomedical sciences. SOMRGseeks a professional, customer-focused, highly organized multi-tasker to fillthe position of Administrative Assistant III.

This front office positionrequires someone with excellent communication and customer service skills andthe ability to represent the department in a friendly, professional manner.This position works closely with office leadership and staff to provide frontdesk support, which includes assisting students and visitors, and resolving orreferring a range of administrative inquiries.
Administrative support will Include: purchasing, P Cardtransactions, Chrome River reconciliations, specialized record-keeping, supportactivities, room reservations, event logistics, answering phones & emails,assisting and resolving problems/inquiries of visitors, banner time entry,calendar management, agenda preparation, meeting scheduling, travel arrangements,correspondence, recording & transcribing meeting minutes, document trackingand other assignments related to executive level support. Must have excellent customer serviceskills and professional demeanor.

See the Position Description for additional information.

• If this position is assigned to the Athletics Department, either administratively or functionally, compliance with all NCAA rules and regulations is required.
• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
• All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the US-UNM Collective Bargaining Agreement.

High school diploma or GED; at least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

• Prior experience in customer service or professional office setting preferred.
• Knowledge of FERPA requirements.
• Ability to ask for clarification or additional information when needed.

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