Overview
Administrative Assistant III Jobs in Nashville, USA at Tennessee State University
Position Title Administrative Assistant III Division College of Agriculture Department Agricultural Science Number of hours per week 37.5 Days to be worked Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Months per year Fiscal (12 months) If modified, list months Job Type Full-Time Campus Main Campus If other location, please indicate Position Number 120520 Advertised Salary Pay Basis Semi-Monthly
Job Description
Tennessee State University Department of Agriculture Science invites applications for the position of Administrative Assistant III.
Responsibilities:
* Types correspondence, purchase requisitions, forms, reports and other documents; greets visitors, ascertains nature of business, provides proper information or conducts visitors to appropriate person.
* Answers telephone giving information to callers and routing other calls to appropriate
persons.
* Assembles and assists in assembling information for various reports and projects.
* Maintains attendance records and time records for personnel; composes routine letters and
memoranda
* Maintains appointment schedule and develops itineraries
* May supervise lower classified positions and student workers.
* Performs other related duties and assignments as required or requested by supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school or equivalent, including or supplemented by general secretarial courses. Must have a minimum of two (2) years of secretarial experience. Knowledge of business English and arithmetic; modern office practices, procedures and equipment; and organizational rules, regulations, procedures and functions. Ability to compose a variety or memoranda or letters with minimal instructions. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University.
Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire.
An unofficial transcript may be attached in the “Transcript” section.
You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references during your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided.
Open Date 03/04/2026 Close Date 03/16/2026 Job Category Clerical
Requisition Number Benefits
Tennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more.
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Title: Administrative Assistant III
Company: Tennessee State University
Location: Nashville, USA
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