Florida Atlantic University

Office Coordinator


Pay$60000.00 - $65000.00 / year
LocationBoca Raton/Florida
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: REQ17519

      Apply now to join FAU on its race to excellence.

      For more information on everything FAU has to offer, please visit www.fau.edu/jobs.

      Note: Current FAU employees must apply as an internal applicant by logging into their existing Workday employee account.

      Position Summary:

      Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Office Coordinator - Boca Raton, FL.

      Summary of Responsibilities:

      • Responsible for interpreting administrative and fiscal rules and policies and for recommending new and improved programs to effectively manage administrative and fiscal administration.

      • Assists with preparation of Facilities Management operating budget.

      • Provides monthly Budget to Actual reports to supervision and quarterly account statements for Facilities Management units.

      • Assist with preparation of advertisement and solicitation of professional services contracts for continuing services and major projects.

      • Responsible for resolving problems and communicate on issues of concern to appropriate higher-level authority.

      • Serves as liaison between the department/unit and internal departments or external groups, and other agencies.

      • Review and approve expenditures, such as departmental purchasing, travel, p-card purchases and payroll.

      • Responsible for interpreting administrative and fiscal rules and policies and for recommending new and improved programs to effectively manage administrative and fiscal administration.

      • Collects and analyzes data as appropriate.

      • Responsible for communicating with vendors and other departments to research and/or resolve general inquiries such as: payments/invoices, purchase orders, etc. Obtain necessary documentations requested to resolve the problems for the vendor. Follow up with Procurement on requisitions that have not become purchase orders.

      • The Office Coordinator position is an Essential Personnel designation. The employee may be required to work during an emergency affecting the University.

      • Performs other related duties as necessary.

      FAU Benefits and Perk s

      If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks ! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:

      • Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.

      • State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.

      • State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

      • Flexible work arrangement plans - https://www.fau.edu/hr/employee_relations/flexwork.php

      • Sick Leave Pool Program

      • Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).

      • Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day - https://www.fau.edu/hr/documents/community-engagement-volunteer-leave4-2015.pdf

      • Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).

      For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php

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      Minimum Qualifications:

      Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience required.

      Valid Florida Driver's License required.

      Proficient with MS Office suite - Excel, Word, Power Point required.

      Salary:

      $60,000 - $65,000 per year.
      Exempt Administrative, Managerial, Professional (AMP)

      College or Department:

      FM: Facilities Management

      Location:

      Boca Raton

      Work Days and Hours:

      Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. After-hours attendance may be expected during emergency events.

      Eligible for flex scheduling at the discretion of the supervisor.

      Application Deadline:

      2024-02-21

      Special Instructions to Applicant:

      APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

      Resume
      Cover Letter



      OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:

      Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.



      PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:

      Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.



      REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:

      Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact Human Resources at 561-297-3057. For inquiries concerning employees, job applicants or other available accommodations, please email accommodate@fau.edu or call the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at (561) 297-3004.
  • About the company

      Florida Atlantic University is a public university with its main campus in Boca Raton, Florida and satellite campuses in Dania Beach, Davie, Fort Lauderdale, Jupiter, and Fort Pierce.