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Administrative Secretary

Oakland University · United States
Deadline
Apr 14, 2027
Closing in 180 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Temporary
Full time
Reference
N/A
Posted Oct 16, 2026
Offered salary$48,239 annually

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Administrative Secretary

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Posting Details

Posting Details
Position Title Administrative Secretary
Department 0050 - Engineering & Computer Science
Position Number 994961
Requisition No. S02855
Salary Range/Pay Rate $48,239 annually
Benefits of Working at Oakland University This position is an Oakland University Professional Support Association-MEA/NEA position. The incumbent will be represented by the MEA/NEA.

This position will remain open a minimum of five (5) working days. External applicants may be considered. Qualified bargaining unit members will receive interviews and initial consideration.
Employee Group/Grade C-7
Job Category Clerical-Technical
Work Schedule FT/Reg (40 hours)
Shift/Days This is a full-time position. One day of remote work offered per week, starting after the probationary period.
Pay Schedule Month
Number of Hrs./Wk. 40

Position Information

Position Information
Minimum Qualifications
  • High school graduation or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Three years progressively responsible secretarial experience.
  • Familiarity with university policies, rules, and regulations.
  • Possess keyboarding skills necessary to perform successfully in this position.
  • Ability to select, assemble and organize data and edit reports.
  • Ability to compose routine correspondence.
  • Ability to effectively interact with the public, students, faculty, and staff.
  • Ability to perform general bookkeeping/clerical accounting.
  • Ability to prioritize and expedite work assignments of the unit.
  • Ability to operate standard office equipment.
  • Knowledge of proper grammar, spelling and punctuation and ability to utilize proper standard office source manuals.
  • Ability to deal effectively with people under stress.
  • Ability to perform the functions consistent with intermediate word processing and intermediate spreadsheet applications as demonstrated by a skills assessment.
Desired Qualifications
All Qualifications Unless otherwise required by an applicable collective bargaining agreement, all minimum, additional and desired qualifications are preferred, but qualifications, degrees, and/or experience deemed comparable and/or equivalent by Oakland University in its sole and exclusive discretion may be considered.
Position Details Must be well-organized, self-motivated, and able to prioritize tasks effectively. Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students. Assist the Associate Dean in managing SECS Ph.D. program operations, including maintaining student records, monitoring academic progress, coordinating milestone events, and responding to student inquiries. Support the preparation of surveys and reports. Assist the Associate Deans and Dean’s Office staff with events and special projects as needed.
Position Purpose To provide responsible secretarial services and operational office assistance for an assistant or associate dean, chairperson, director or principle administrator of a school, department, institute, or administrative unit.
Job Open Date 10/16/2026
Job Close Date

Position Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Are you a member of the Oakland University Professional Support Association-MEA/NEA?
    • Yes
    • No
    • No Response

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Resume
Optional Documents

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