Job Order Detail

Description

Great Plains College is seeking an Administrative Assistant (Temporary FT - May 2018 - May 2019)to provide support for the activities of the campus programs and student services through an array of administrative and receptionist duties.  As the first point of contact for internal and external clients, the Administrative Assistant provides friendly and professional customer service.  This includes welcoming and responding to customer inquiries, providing information and responding to student inquiries, registering students, providing assistance to students and staff, collecting fees, processing forms, data entry and other general office duties.

Duties
Specific duties will include:
Administration
Perform word processing and other computer applications as required for staff and instructors.
Schedule appointments for various staff, as required.
Register students and process forms.

Financial Administration
Process tuition fees.
Ensure accurate and effective management of fees.

Customer Service
Provide reception for the Campus including general phone and in-person inquiries, taking and relaying messages, and referring to the appropriate persons.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Candidates should be able to demonstrate:
Excellent oral and interpersonal communication skills.
Excellent customer service skills.
Excellent telephone manner.
Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively and efficiently.
Accuracy and proficiency in computer and keyboard skills.

Education and Experience
Completion of a one-year certificate or academic equivalent.  
Minimum of one-year experience; preferably in providing service to the public, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, accuracy and proficiency in keyboarding and computer functions and applications.

The successful applicant will be required to complete a criminal background check that is satisfactory to Great Plains College.