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Secretary V - 003388 at University of South Alabama – Mobile, Alabama

University of South Alabama
Mobile, Alabama, 36688, United States
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Posting Details
Position Information
Position Number003388
Position TitleSecretary V - 003388
DivisionAcademic Affairs
Department460400 - Management
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent and four years of progressively responsible secretarial experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
Job Description Summary
The University of South Alabama’s Mitchell College of Business Management department is seeking to hire a Secretary V. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.
Essential Functions
These are the job duties required of the position.
Essential Functions
  • Works closely and collaboratively with the Department of Management Chair, Associate Dean, and Dean as the primary assistant.
  • Prepares correspondence, reports and other documents using a PC.
  • Utilizes Banner and other university systems to access departmental and college records, enters departmental and college course offerings each semester, schedules meeting space for events, etc.
  • Works with the Dean’s Office regarding budgetary issues including the purchase of office equipment, furniture, supplies, etc.
  • Assists with contracts and appointments of part-time faculty.
  • Supports and assists with departmental and college events, as needed.
  • Participates in varying degrees in organizational and program matters, utilizing an extensive knowledge of the college’s jurisdiction, policies, and views.
  • Interacts with faculty, staff, students and guests via telephone, email, letter and face-to-face.
  • Promotes a welcoming, inclusive environment.
  • Maintains departmental and some college files.
  • Plans, initiates, and carries to completion secretarial, clerical, and administrative activities.
  • Makes arrangements for conferences including space, time, and place.
  • Serves as recording secretary at council and committee meetings or conferences taking official minutes.
  • Prepares minutes of meetings in final form for distribution.
  • Independently researches and prepares highly technical, confidential, or complex reports for the supervisor’s review and information.
  • Supports departmental and college faculty (both full-time and part-time).
  • Answers telephone and directs calls.
  • Regular and prompt attendance.
  • Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required.
  • Related duties as required.
Posting Information
Number of Vacancies1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date03/31/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until FilledYes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Working DaysMonday - Friday
Working Hours8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Job LocationMain Campus
Full-time or Part-TimeFull Time
Regular or TemporaryRegular
Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Are you at least 18 years of age?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individuals for staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * What is the highest level of education you have completed?
    • Less than High School
    • High School Diploma or equivalent
    • Associates Degree
    • Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
    • Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
    • Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
  5. * How many years of related experience do you have?
    • Less than 1 year
    • Between 1 - 3 years
    • Between 3 - 5 years
    • Between 5 - 7 years
    • More than 7 years
  6. * How did you hear about this position?
    • USA website
    • LinkedIn
    • Zip Recruiter
    • Indeed
    • HigherEd Jobs
    • Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works
    • Facebook
    • Word of mouth
    • Other
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
    Optional Documents
    1. Resume
    2. Cover Letter

    The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. If you feel you have been discriminated against, please notify the Equal Employment Opportunity Investigator or the Associate Vice President, Finance and Administration/CHRO.


    EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.


    Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
    The University of South Alabama publishes certain crime statistics for the most recent three-year period as required by the Jeanne Clery Act. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the school. The report, along with additional information, is available online at: http://www.southalabama.edu/departments/police/resources/fireandsafetyreport.pdf. You may also request a paper copy from the University Police office located at 290 Stadium Blvd, Beta Gamma Commons Building, Mobile, AL 36688.

    Job Location

    Mobile, Alabama, 36688, United States

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