*This is an Exempt position. Employees in this position are paid a salary on a monthly basis and are not eligible to receive overtime pay.
JOB DESCRIPTION: With minimal supervision, develops administrative goals and priorities, with an emphasis in strategic budgetary management. Handles administrative and fiscal activities on behalf of a unit or section. Provides direction and leadership to ensure office activities comply with policies and procedures. Prepares or assists in the preparation of complex or diversified budgets, grant applications, proposals, status reports and financial statements. Determines and recommends options for addressing budget issues. Analyzes data to identify areas of progress or trends; draws conclusions and develops recommendations for management consideration. Keeps manager informed of account status, authorizes expenditures and identifies cost effective alternatives. Participates in developing administrative objectives and strategies for achieving objectives. Participates in the resolution of operating problems. Works with technical staff to develop appropriate administrative information systems and databases. Identifies and pursues ways to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of administrative procedures used by students, faculty, visitors and staff. Interprets new directives, policies, and procedures and communicates changes to appropriate staff. Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A high school diploma or equivalent and five years of administrative support experience or a bachelor's degree. Proficient with word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software applications.
DATE CREATED/MODIFIED/REVIEWED: 07/28/06 DRS
The above statements are intended to describe the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.
This is an equal employment opportunity, and Emory is an affirmative action employer. Emory does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or veteran/Reserve/National Guard status.
