Mississippi State University
Location
Meridian, Mississippi
This role provides administrative support and coordinates administrative functions for a large division, focusing heavily on managing student records, processing applications, and facilitating academic milestones for mental health programs. Responsibilities include preparing correspondence, coordinating examinations, and managing enrollment permissions for undergraduate and graduate students.
The minimum requirement is a high school diploma plus 4-6 years of directly related experience, with no substitutions allowed for the education component. Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in accounting or business and experience in fund accounting.
Provide administrative support in and coordinate the administrative function of a large and complex division, department or unit.
Salary Grade: 11
Please see Staff Compensation Structure [https://www.hrm.msstate.edu/pdf/Staff%20Compensation%20Structure%2010072019.pdf] or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule [https://www.hrm.msstate.edu/compensation/scp/schedule/Skilled_Crafts_and_Serv_Maint_Annualized_Salary.php] for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Duties: and Responsibilities:
Education: High school diploma
4-6 years Directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Indicated education is required; no substitutions allowed.
When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.
1. Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business. 2. Experience in fund accounting.
Applicants must apply at www. msujobs.msstate.edu and attach a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for three professional references.
Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, (662) 325-5839.
What do I do if I need an accommodation?
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Mississippi State University, please contact the Department of Human Resources Management at tel: (662) 325-3713 or ada@hrm.msstate.edu [employment@hrm.msstate.edu].
If you have any questions regarding this policy, contact the Department of Human Resources Management at (662) 325-3713 or ada@hrm.msstate.edu [employment@hrm.msstate.edu]. Upon request, sections of this job listing are available in large print, and readers are available to assist the visually impaired.
Market context
In Mississippi, Administrative Assistant I roles are typically steady in schools and public-facing organizations, where dependable clerical support is needed to keep daily operations moving. This role can be competitive because the minimum requirement is a high school diploma plus 4-6 years of directly related experience, with no substitutions for education, while a bachelor’s degree in accounting or business and fund accounting experience may strengthen an application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page against the original posting, and tailor your resume to show relevant administrative and accounting support experience.
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