• Edit, format, and revise a variety of documents and materials created by others.
• Proofread for grammatical, typographical and basic content errors; compose responses to routine inquiries in accordance to general instruction.,
• Develop, implement, and maintain paper and electronic filing systems which meet department needs and satisfy requirements for retention and information security;
• Enter, update, and retrieve information as needed.
• Screen telephone calls and visitors; schedule and coordinate meetings and appointments.
• Make travel arrangements following general instructions and campus procedures.
• Perform necessary follow-up for vouchers, expense reports, and reimbursements.
• Gathers and consolidates background information for report production.
• Communicates with internal and external contacts.
• Orders supplies and equipment and oversees equipment maintenance
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Two years of experience providing administrative support.
• Experience with computer applications including word processing, and spreadsheets.
• Website experience is beneficial.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must have excellent communication, customer service, organizational, interpersonal and written skills.
• Ability to multi-task and complete tasks with short deadlines.
• Ability to quickly learn and manage software for department processes.
• Must be skilled in editing, formatting, and database entry.
• Must be a service-minded professional that takes personal accountability and initiative in getting the job done and delighting our students, faculty, department, and university stakeholders.
• Must be able to work in a diverse environment.
• Database skills.

UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.