Administrative Associate III College of Forestry

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The
W.A. Franke College of Forestry
invites applications for an
Administrative Associate III
to join their team. This position will provide administrative support for W.A. Franke College of Forestry and Conservation’s (FCFC) faculty and staff and other programs in the College as assigned. They will be supervised by the W.A. Franke College of Forestry & Conservation Administrative Supervisor.
The Administrative Associate III will be expected to operate with minimal supervision in administrative support by assisting current and prospective students, answering FCFC main line, scheduling calendars and assisting faculty as well as supporting other admins and the accounting department as needed. Duties also include developing and maintaining tracking systems, providing summary data as needed, and assisting faculty and students with accounting paperwork (field trip budgeting, travel paperwork, Procard receipts, vehicle reservations, etc.). This position will also record and maintain meeting minutes.
While College and Departmental policies provide specific direction for some projects, the Administrative Associate III is expected to be able to work under limited supervision and to provide high-level support on complex and unstructured tasks. This position will oversee budgets including: reconciling finances, conducting research, preparing reports, following up on information requests. In addition, the Administrative Associate III is expected to take the initiative to develop and improve administrative support systems within the College.
Upon completion of training, the incumbent will have a working knowledge, skill, and ability in:
Navigating Banner, UMDW and Grizmart, i.e. print reports and transcripts.
Knowledge of UM travel authorization and reimbursement policies.
Working independently and proactively to solve problems that arise.
Required Skills
Effective problem solving and customer service skills.
Ability to work cooperatively with fellow employees as a member of a team, willingness to learn and be proactive.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidential records.
Knowledge or ability to learn of University, College, and departmental policies, procedures, organizational structure, and mission.
Ability to learn Moodle, Banner, UMDW and InfoGriz.
Ability to research and compile data in support of departmental programs.
Ability to maintain confidential records and adhere to FERPA requirements
Ability to help prepare annual departmental budget, monitor expenditures during the fiscal year, budget oversight
Knowledge of purchasing including use of University issued Procard and Grizmart
Knowledge of departmental, University, Federal and State financial policies and procedures, including recordkeeping.
Ability to reconcile and resolve bookkeeping transactions in conjunction with FCFC Accounting staff.
Ability to maintain bookkeeping records, identify errors, and interpret solutions.
Ability to use a University issued Procard to purchase departmental supplies, plane tickets and supplies for PI’s, and pay other FCFC related bills.
Knowledge of or ability to learn how to use Grizmart and run Banner budget related inquiries and transcripts, etc.
Working knowledge of, or ability to learn the web content management system.
A high level of professionalism and the ability to represent FCFC programs to multiple audiences.
Preferred Qualifications
High school diploma and at least three (3) years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.
About the College of Forestry
and UM
The mission of the W.A. Franke College of Forestry and Conservation is to advance research and education that fosters sustainability and empowers a holistic understanding of social-ecological systems.
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is flagship, research institution with approximately 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students. It is located in Missoula, a culturally vibrant community of about 75,000, surrounded by mountains and three rivers converge. Abundant recreational opportunities in surrounding state and national forests and nearby Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park complement a thriving intellectual atmosphere. **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. offers eligible employees a generous benefits package that positively separates UM from other local employers and offers many programs and policies to support work-life balance for its employees.
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Position Details
Position Title:
Administrative Associate III
Position Number:
292650
Department:
College of Forestry
Work Schedule:
Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, 12 months/year
Salary:
$14.605/hr
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Current employee’s rate of pay for this position will be determined by the staff compensation plan and will minimally be this posted salary. For questions and details regarding the staff compensation plan
, email the
Compensation Department
Union Affiliation:
FOCUS-MFPE
Probationary Period:
Six months minimum
Benefits Include
Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.
Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the Offer of Employment In accordance with University regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference
Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References:
References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing:
Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility:
All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).

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