Remote Administrative Assistant II

The Administrative Assistant II will perform general administrative duties for the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Core that include providing support to our managers and employees and assisting in daily office needs. The role works independently in performing responsibilities to ensure efficient operation of the office with a highly collaborative and dynamic team. Judgment is used daily in interpreting policy, representing the department or program head, and in interacting with Center staff and outside organizations. The role reports to the Manager of Strategic Initiatives. This is a hybrid position that will work on campus as needed with an option to work remotely. Initial and ongoing work location and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview process. Responsibilities: Perform administrative duties to include office organization, data entry, records maintenance and coordination of meetings and functions with various individuals and organizations. Examples include, developing and maintaining cloud-based filing system and listserv membership Represent the DEI Core to various individuals and organizations Provide calendar management and support for DEI Core initiatives and meetings with effective communication across various stakeholders throughout the organization and within the team Participate in the preparation of reports and presentations working directly with divisional and Center administration to ensure proper formatting and timely submission Gather and compile data for contracts and grant proposals, and presentations/reports of complex nature Work with Manager of Strategic Initiatives and executive assistant to monitor grants, contracts and budgets to document expenditures and verify proper accountability Serve as back-up support to the Vice President and Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer (VPCDIO) Executive Assistant for calendaring and administrative support for the VPCDIO. Purchase equipment and supplies for the office; perform inventory control duties; work with purchasing department as required Coordinate, schedule and manage travel, meetings and conference for the department Prepare and coordinate the distribution of communications, email, correspondence, technical material (i.e. reports, manuscripts) for the department Take detailed, accurate notes at various meetings, including regular Staff Meeting, DEI Steering Council, and special meetings required by the departmental managers. Manage shared email inbox and function as a first contact person for the department Verify and approve routine budget expenditures Establish procedures and interpret and apply administrative policies to the work unit Update and maintain office policies, SOPs, and training documents Contribute to the coordination of affiliate program activities and other events delivered by the DEI Core, including but not limited to annual DEI Summit, MLK Celebration, etc. Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: …