ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF SPECIALIST III (BAND LEVEL 8)

Department of Chemistry

Faculty of Science

(Contractual Position to March 31, 2027)

DUTIES

• The successful applicant will perform professional work in providing administrative direction to the Department of Chemistry.
• Duties include advising the Head on a variety of management issues and recommending appropriate courses of action.
• Coordinating and supervising administrative activities for a large department.
• Preparing annual budget submissions and maintaining comprehensive records of finance and accounts.
• Recommending administrative plans and procedures to contribute to the effective management of the Department.
• Coordinating human resource and labour relations activities including recruitment, job evaluation, payroll, leave management, and collective agreement administration.
• Developing, recommending, and implementing new systems, policies, and procedures.
• Maintaining considerable contact with officials within the University regarding departmental administrative activities.
• Supervising staff; performing a variety of administrative staff functions as required.
• Developing departmental budget for review by the Department Head.
• Providing financial and administrative recommendations.
• Preparing annual analytical, financial, and statistical reports.
• Performing other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience (3-5 years) in progressively responsible administrative positions.
• An Undergraduate degree in Business is required; or any equivalent combination of experience and training may be considered.
• Knowledge of FAST, Banner, Microsoft Office Suite, and familiarity with University policies and procedures are considered assets.

SALARY $63,099 – $86,042 per annum (Management and Professional)

An upscale hiring step will apply to this position (Step 8)

CLOSING DATE October 11, 2024 by 5:00 p.m. NST

COMPETITION NO. MUN02994

Please note that we will ONLY accept applications for this position through our website https://www.mun.ca/hr/careers/

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