Administrative Specialist III

Job description

Classification Title: Administrative Specialist III Classification Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree and five years of appropriate experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Job Description: The Administrative Specialist III is responsible for the day-to-day management of administrative functions in the Department of Physics within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. This position leads the coordination of operations across HR, finance, and academic processes. Working closely with the Department Chair, this role ensures compliance with university policies, promotes effective internal workflows, and serves as liaison to offices across campus. The Department of Physics is a large, research-intensive academic unit with over 300 employees and significant external research activity. Staff Oversight: - Directly supervise fiscal and academic support staff, holding regular team meetings and one-on-one check-ins. - Review duties, workloads, and performance across the TEAMS and USPS staff; reassign responsibilities and provide training as needed. - Coordinate departmental staff policies and maintain documentation; advise faculty and staff on university,...