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Administrative Assistant

University/Agency Governors State University
Civil Service Classification Administrative Assistant
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Posting Duration 9/23/2025 - 10/6/2025
Probationary Period 12 months

Job Description

Governors State University is seeking to hire an Administrative Assistant for the Center for Student Engagement and Leadership (CSEL), who is an integral member of the team whose primary role is to initiate, perform, and maintain key aspects of the daily administrative, financial, and business functions. This role manages administrative processes, supports the coordination of departmental activities, and utilizes effective communication skills within the department and with external contacts. The position requires a high level of professionalism and organizational skills to handle various responsibilities including scheduling and document preparation and assistance with event coordination. This position will directly report to and support the Director and work collaboratively with Center for Student Engagement and Leadership staff.


Qualifications

1. High school graduation or equivalent

2. Any one or any combination totaling five (5) years from the following categories:
A. College course work in business, finance, accounting or a related field:

¦ 60 semester hours or an Associate's degree equals one (1) year
¦ 90 semester hours equals two (2) years
¦ 120 semester hours or a Bachelor's degree equals three (3) years
¦ Master's degree or higher equals four (4) years

B. Progressively more responsible professional, managerial and supervisory experience that included experience in areas such as supervising staff or a job function, organizing and coordinating office operations, and performing duties that lead to knowledge of generally accepted office management principles.

3. Three (3) years of administrative experience in an environment which involves customer service, budgeting, analyzing data or dealing with all levels of an organization.


Salary

$24.62 - $28.31


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Contact Information


University/Agency Governors State University
Department/College Center for Student Engagement and Leadership
Contact Human Resources
Phone Number 708-534-4100
Address 1 University Park
University Park, Illinois 60484
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