Assistant to the Directors at The University of Oklahoma

This position will provide administrative support to two associate directors of the Advanced Radar Research Center (ARRC) will assist additional ARRC faculty members with travel arrangements and reimbursements and will assist with events involving the ARRC and/or being held at the Radar Innovations Laboratory (RIL). This position will also perform other organization-wide duties as needed required or designated.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Administrative AssistantAssumes day-to-day responsibility for organizing and coordinating specialized clerical functions.Updates office procedures for a more efficient operation when necessary.Plans and coordinates special projects.Approves departmental expenditures within predetermined guidelinesCollects and disseminates information for internal and external customersManage calendars and coordinate scheduling with various parties both external and internal to OU.Make meeting arrangements including securing venue locations and room reservations.Plan and book travel for all directors following all travel rules and guidelines.Complete expense reports for travel expenses and business meals paid on travel card for ARRC faculty and help students when needed.Organize special projects and tasks for the directors including those related to their teaching duties.Compile data on ARRC faculty journal articles and book chapters annually and post to ARRC website.Support updates of student paper awards and other sections of website as needed-will be my backup if need.Help directors maintain their resumes CVs and CPSs in SciENcv and compile faculty CVs/CPSs for proposal submissions as well proofread special projects and task.Complete miscellaneous errands and tasks as needed.Assist the ARRC Event CoordinationHelp schedule events and tours including securing tour host as needed and help coordinate with outside organizations hosting events in the RIL.Keep ARRC security officer informed of all events and visitors to the RIL.Help Book rooms and venue locations when needed.Purchase food and beverages and submit invoices/receipts for payment.Create and distribute event emails and flyers.Assist with Ordering and maintaining ARRC promotional merchandise.Assist with securing exhibit booth space ship promotional items and manage exhibit booth at conferences/events.Department SupportStock coffee/kitchen supplies and keep lab organized.Assist with on-boarding suppliers submitting requisitions processing invoices and shipping as needed.POC for incoming calls to the main ARRC phone line.POC for office machines such as the copy machine.Distribute mail.Perform general administrative duties and provide additional support to faculty staff and students as needed.Required AttachmentsDocuments required for this position are listed under the Required Attachments section of this job listing. You will be required to upload and attach these documents in the application process.Important: ALL required documents must be attached to your job application or your documents will not be visible to the hiring department!Required Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED AND:12 months office clerical or administrative experience.Skills:Must be able to handle stressful situationsMust have good customer service skillsMust have proficient professional writing skills for drafting correspondence summaries and other required reports.Basic math skills.Proficient in Microsoft Office.Detail oriented for accuracy of data and information.Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects and deadlines.Certifications: NoneAdvertised Physical Requirements:Communicate effectivelyStandard Office EnvironmentMust be able to engage in repetitive motionsSit for prolonged periods and operate in an office environment.Frequent exposure to pressure caused by deadlines and busy periodsAbility to communicate including expressing oneself or exchanging information with others.Ability to use a computer daily.Departmental Preferences:Previous OU experience particularly with travelExperience with ConcurExperience with PeoplesoftPrevious experience managing multiple calendarsAbility to speak read and write clear concise EnglishAbility to accurately read and understand written materials and instructionsAble to communicate well and build rapport quickly with students faculty and staffAble to produce reports and complete work within deadlineStrong initiative to solve problemsAbility to work both independently and with interdepartmental teams on various initiativesSupervision: NoneSpecial Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy visit You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma values our communitys unique talents perspectives and experiences. At OU we aspire to harness our innovation creativity and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex sexual orientation marital status genetic information gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law) age (40 or older) religion disability political beliefs or status as a veteran in any of its policies practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions employment housing financial aid and educational services.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Bidding,Customer Support,Data Structures,Domestic,Fire And Gas Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1