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Administrative Assistant 3 - Tennessee Livestock Center

  • 498720
  • Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Tennessee, United States
  • Administrative/Clerical Support
  • Other
  • Classified

Job Title

Administrative Assistant 3 - Tennessee Livestock Center

Department

Tennessee Livestock Center

Salary

$36,847 - $44,954; commensurate with experience

Job Summary/Basic Function

Responsible for all department office work, including but not limited to, budget reconciliation and revisions; composition of all correspondence and memorandum, payment authorizations, purchase orders, and payroll paperwork; preparation of legal contracts and department statements; completion of department timesheets; answering telephone and greeting visitors.

Required Education

High School diploma or High School Equivalency (HSE) required.

Required Related Experience

Two years experience working in a professional business environment.
Note: An Associate's degree (two years of college coursework) and one year experience may be considered in lieu of work experience.

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume Required

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:  

  • Sick Leave
  • Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
  • 13 paid University holidays
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
  • Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
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MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://police.mtsu.edu/annual-security-report/ or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.

MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email hrs@mtsu.edu.

 

Application Review Date: October 28, 2026

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