The posting
Job Description
Position Summary:
The Administrative Specialist is located in Buttrick Hall in the College of Arts & Science at Vanderbilt University and is responsible for assisting with the general administrative duties of the departments. The primary responsibilities of the position include purchasing and procurement, serving as expense delegate, and assisting with contracts. Reporting directly to the Administrative Manager, the Administrative Specialist interacts with many faculty, students, and staff across campus. This position requires a thorough understanding of University policies and procedures.
About the Building:
Buttrick Hall is comprised of seven departments including African American & Diaspora Studies, American Studies, Asian Studies, Cinema & Media Arts, Theatre, Gender & Sexuality Studies, and Jewish Studies. Buttrick Hall has many full-time faculty members that teach an array of courses, and work extensively on research projects. The Departments host several lecture series with prestigious guests through the academic year, as well as various workshops and seminars.
Key Functions and Expected Performance:
Financial:
- Process all procurement purchases and payments for the Buttrick Hall departments. Serve as point of contact for supplier/vendor registration Guide faculty and suppliers through Professional Service Agreement process Place orders for departmental supplies Process honoraria and travel reimbursements for guests Serve as contact for catering and other contractual agreements for departments
- Act as the departmental contact for One Card purchases.
- Assist Administrative Manager with expense tracking and budgeting for events, faculty research funds, co-sponsorships, etc.
- Serve as expense delegate and resource for faculty and students across all departments.
- Maintains an extensive understanding of the university’s expense and procurement policies.
Other:
- Assisting with Maymester courses including contracts, travel arrangements, cash advance, expenses, etc.
- Problem solve.
- Additional duties as assigned.
Supervisory Relationships:
This position has no supervisory responsibility. The position will report administratively & functionally to the Administrative Manager.
Education and Certifications:
- A High School diploma or GED is required.
- An Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution of higher education is preferred.
Experience and Skills:
- Strong organizational & analytical skills is necessary.
- Resourceful and detail-oriented is necessary.
- Excellent interpersonal written & oral communications skills is necessary.
- Ability to plan, develop, and coordinate multiple projects is necessary.
- Ability to work both as a member of a team & independently is necessary.
- Microsoft Office proficiency (including Word and Excel) is necessary.
- Adobe Professional is preferred.
About Us
At Vanderbilt University , our work - regardless of title or role - is in service to an important and noble mission in which every member of our community serves in advancing knowledge and transforming lives on a daily basis. Located in Nashville, Tennessee, on a 330+ acre campus and arboretum dating back to 1873, Vanderbilt is proud to have been named as one of “America’s Best Large Employers” as well as a top employer in Tennessee and the Nashville metropolitan area by Forbes for several years running. We welcome those who are interested in learning and growing professionally with an employer that strives to create, foster and sustain opportunities as an employer of choice.
We understand you have a choice when choosing where to work and pursue a career. We understand you are unique and have a story. We want to hear it. We encourage you to apply today so that you might become a part of our story.
Vanderbilt University is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.
