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Administrative Assistant II

Apply now Job no: 494525
Work type: Staff Full-time
Location: UMBC Campus
Categories: Administrative/Clerical Support

Department:

Psychology Department

https://psychology.umbc.edu/

Position Overview:

The Department of Psychology is seeking an Administrative Assistant II to serve as the primary payroll preparer and provide support to faculty, staff, students and graduate students within the department. 

Why Work at UMBC?

UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $40,609 and has 11 days of vacation as well as winter break, spring break, and personal days for regular full time roles.  Tuition remission is also available. 

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Telework:

A hybrid telework schedule may be available.

Responsibilities:

The Administrative Assistant II within the Department of Psychology provides support to faculty, staff, students and graduate students within the department.

This position serves as the primary payroll preparer, and completes task associated with the hiring of new faculty, staff, graduate students and hourly undergraduate students; bi-weekly time-entry; change PARs and terminations. This position also serves as the travel coordinator for the Department of Psychology, and is responsible for travel related p-card purchases, including conference registrations, hotel reservations and preparation of travel expense statements for processing by Financial Services.

Required Minimum Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Three years experience providing administrative support

Note: Additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

Preferred Qualifications: 
  • Some college is preferred
  • Experience with payroll processing
  • Experience with PeopleSoft Finance and HR
Background Screening Statement:

A background check will be required. 

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Upload a cover letter and a resume.  

Closing Date: For best consideration, apply by May 13, 2024. This position will remain open until filled. 
Benefits:

UMBC offers a rich benefits package including the following for nonexempt regular employees.

Generous Leave which includes accruing the following for full time positions:

  • 11 Days of Annual Leave  (increases with years of service)
  • 15 Days of Sick Leave  
  • 15 Holidays
  • 3 Personal Days

Tuition Remission:

  • 8 credit hours per semester
  • Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment

Additional Benefits:

  • Life and disability insurance
  • Retirement/Pension plan
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Wellness opportunities
  • & Much more

Contingent II positions may include benefits

Benefits offered align with type (Regular, Contingent II, etc.) of position. 

Salary: Pay Range 09 (starting at $40,609) based on the University System of Maryland Pay Program
Hours: Full-time
Type: Regular
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
 Equal Opportunity Statement: UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Title IX: As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here.   

Accommodation: 

If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Work Authorization:  As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

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Applications close: Open Until Filled

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