Clerical Assistant

Job Title:Clerical Assistant
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 57586
Department

FSU Childcare & Early Learning Program

Responsibilities

Provides administrative clerical support for the program to include covering front desk operations, answering phones and emails, scheduling and conducting tours, and communication with potentially enrolled and newly enrolled families.

Maintains filing systems, databases, calendars, and menus for the department to include entering waiting list applications, new family enrollment, updating information, and entering withdrawals in database, and preparing new child enrollment folders.

Assists Program Associate with new family enrollment orientations, time and leave entry, purchasing, receiving deliveries, and maintaining employee files.

Assists with maintaining child and employee files for licensing and accreditation requirements.

Assists with updating menus and USDA paperwork.

Assists in special event planning and routine staff trainings.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

A high school diploma or equivalent of two years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in office and/or childcare setting.

Proficient in Excel, Word, Outlook and related computer programs.

Contact Info

Tiffany Karnisky: tkarnisky@fsu.edu

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research, encourages creativity, and embraces diversity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!
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Anticipated Salary Range

The anticipated starting salary for this position is in the low $30,000's, commensurate with experience and education.

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Veterans' Preference

Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for post secondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Veterans' Preference applies to University Support Personnel System (USPS) positions only.

IMPORTANT: To claim Veterans' Preference, select “yes” to the question on the application questionnaire and upload a DD-214 (or equivalent), the Veterans' Preference Certification form, and other documentation if applicable with your online application before midnight of the position closing date.

Click the links for eligibility information and required documentation, or call FSU Human Resources at (850) 644-6034.

Considerations

This is an USPS (University Support Personnel System) position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check (Level 2 Department of Children and Families Background Screening.)

This position must be able to work 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday between the hours of 7:30 AM- 5:30 PM, including some evening and weekend hours for program-sponsored events and activities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.

FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at: https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf.