Operations Support Specialist

Duties:

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Knowledge of office practices, procedures, and organization principles.
Effective customer service skills.
Ability to operate a multi-line phone system and monitor multiple email accounts. Ability to analyze and route these inquiries to others in the unit.
Ability to perform inventory and organize unit-related resources in an attractive, logical manner.
Ability to work independently, pay attention to detail, determine priorities, and meet deadlines.
Ability to support unit-sponsored events/programs.
Candidates must have proficiency with MS products (Excel, MS Word, etc.) and/or Google Workspace. Must be comfortable with using the Internet for a range of purposes. Familiarity with scheduling programs (such as Google calendar and, potentially, 25Live) is a plus. Typical Experience:Required Education or Training:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Salary Information:

This is a temporary position. Grade 77, $20.47 hourly.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information (email address and phone number) for three (3) professional references with your application.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified. Review of application materials will begin immediately. Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient and viable number of qualified candidates have been identified.

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

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The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

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UA is an AA/EO employer and educational institution and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination

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The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

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Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

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If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Shawnalee Whitney, Vice Provost for Faculty Success, at sawhitney@alaska.edu.