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Provides administrative support to the Department of Veterinary Medicine and Sciences (DVMS) in the Harvey S. Peeler Jr. College of Veterinary Medicine. Plans, organizes, and directs a variety of complex administrative duties for the DVMS Department Chair. Performs other duties as assigned.

50% - Essential - Faculty Support:
Prepare and maintain specialized records, establish and provide consultation on faculty personnel practices and administrative policies and procedures. Coordinate faculty credentialing with CVM HR Personnel Business Manager. Coordinate the annual Tenure, Promotion and Reappointment process for the Department Chair. Ensure compliance with Provost Academic Affairs Dates and Deadlines (Sabbatical deadlines, Tenure and Promotions Reviews, Promotions, & Annual Reviews). Create and maintain faculty hiring, reappointment, sabbatical graduate faculty status and tenure records.
30% - Essential - Administrative Support:
Serves as administrative central point-of-contact for Department Chair, Clemson administrators, and staff. Makes independent decisions regarding action required and routes to appropriate personnel. Establishes and manages calendars and gathers materials in preparation for meetings. Reviews schedules with Department Chair and provides updates on pertinent office information while on travel. Types confidential letters, memos, reports, agendas, and evaluation summaries. Prepares, edits, and disseminates meeting minutes and calendar invites. Develops and maintains paper and electronic filing system for supported offices.
20% - Essential - Event and Travel Coordination:
Schedules and secures travel arrangements for Department Chair both in and outside of the state. Serves as Concur delegate and provides coordination support in preparation of travel logistics and documentation. Coordinates meetings and visits with stakeholders both within and outside of Clemson, both on and off campus.

Education -  High School or Equivalent - Relevant experience in business management, public administration, or administrative services or a bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required work experience. 

Work Experience - 1+ years of experience in administrative and business support. 

Education - Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field

Work Experience - 1 to 3 years of experience in higher education administrative support is preferred. 

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Comprehensive Job Knowledge - Comprehensive knowledge of theories and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

   Walk or move about
   Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)
   Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)
   Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
   Recognize or inspect visually

   Overnight Travel - 5%

Standard Hours: 37.5

Anticipated Hiring Range: $39,000.00 - $60,000.00
 

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

Normal Operations
Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

Clemson, SC

February 6, 2025 at 11:59 pm EST

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.      

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.
To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.         

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