Administrative Assistant 3

Southeastern Louisiana University’s Dean of Students invites applications for the position of Administrative Assistant 3. The Administrative Assistant 3 provides primary administrative support to the Director of Administrative Operations and office staff while coordinating a wide range of administrative, operational, purchasing, timekeeping, and customer service functions. The position supports office scheduling and logistics, maintains administrative and purchasing records, assists with budget monitoring, processes authorized purchasing activities, coordinates equipment and inventory needs, and serves as the primary timekeeping coordinator for the Graduate Assistant and Student Workers. The position also supervises student workers and supports their training and professional development.
The successful candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, service-focused, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, student-centered environment. The position requires effective communication, strong administrative skills, attention to accuracy, and the ability to work collaboratively with the Director, Graduate Assistant, student workers, and campus partners.
Hourly Rate: $13.77

AN IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSESS THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES

• Communicating Effectively: The ability to relay information correctly and appropriately to connect people and ideas
• Demonstrating Accountability: The ability to accept ownership for your actions, behaviors, performance, and decisions
• Focusing on Customers: The ability to serve the needs of those who support and/or rely on the services provided

EXAMS AND LICENSE REQUIRMENTS

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy

Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to be certified through the Southeastern Defensive Driving Course

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Two years of experience in administrative services.

SUBSTITUTIONS

Every 15 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as six months of experience.

• Failure to provide your qualifying work experience will result in your application not being considered
• Any qualifying experience that is based on college credit/hours will require a transcript for verification
• Any college hours or degree must be from a school accredited by one of the following regional accrediting bodies:  the Middle States Commission on Higher Education; the New England Association of Schools and Colleges; the Higher Learning Commission; the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities; the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools; and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

When applying, you should list all Education and Work Experience on this application. When listing your Work Experience, indicate if the job was full-time or part-time and what percentage of time you spent on each of the duties listed. This information will be used to determine if you meet the Minimum Qualifications of the position. If complete information is not listed, it may result in your application not being considered.

*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application.

There is no guarantee that everyone who applies to this posting will be interviewed. The hiring supervisor/manager has 90 days from the closing date of the posting to make a hiring decision.

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Posting Close DateOctober 27, 2026

Please Note:  Applications must be completed and submitted by 11:59 p.m. on the posting close date to ensure consideration.

Southeastern Louisiana University is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect and appreciation of differences in individuals. Southeastern is also designated as a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.

How to Apply

Click on the Apply button and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future vacancies.

HR ContactIf you have questions about this position, the application process or need special accommodations, please call the Human Resources Office at (985) 549-2001 or send an email to [email protected].