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Administrative Specialist- Law Enforcement Innovation Center-IPS

Position Number: 6119755
Location: Chattanooga, TN
Position Type: Other Administrative Positions

Administrative Specialist- Law Enforcement Innovation Center-IPS
Oak Ridge, TN, United States

Job Identification: 2451
Job Category: Administrative
Posting Date: 04/01/2025
Job Schedule: Full Time
Locations: 1201 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN, 37830, US

Job Description
The University of Tennessee Law Enforcement Innovation Center is seeking applications for the position of Administrative Specialist to work in the LEIC office, located in Oak Ridge, TN.

Responsibilities
The purpose of this position is to provide administrative and/or clerical support services to the department. This position provides assistance to the internal operations of LEIC by performing transactions in DASH, Concur, K@te, iK@te, and assisting in Business Office operations. This position performs a variety of well-defined, repetitive clerical duties following policies and procedures set up by the department and under direct supervision. This position performs other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate degree preferred.

Experience:

Position requires five years of office experience and interacting positively with customers. Previous experience in an educational environment is preferred.

Skills:

Required skills include strong organizational skills and knowledge of proper accounting procedures. Knowledge of basic computer operations. Intermediate skills using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint). Basic analytical skills (verbal and written). The ability to interact with customers via phone, email, or face-to-face, representing the agency professionally. Ability to organize electronic information, along with data entry, keyboarding.

Preferred skills include knowledge of UT travel policies and procedures. Knowledge and ability to learn, understand and use Oracle (Dash), Marketplace, as well as the learning management system (K@TE) and invoicing system (iK@TE).

Behaviors:

Candidate must exhibit qualities of emotional maturity, genuineness, self-confidence, common sense, judgment, fairness, creativity, discretion, decisiveness, political savvy, diplomacy, tact, resiliency, adaptability, courage of convictions and tolerance for ambiguity. Demonstrated behavioral expectations include:

Unquestioned integrity and trustworthiness

Commitment to the University's mission and strategic plan, as well as missions and strategic plans for each campus/institute

Ability to maintain confidential information

Ability to work with cross-functional teams and to foster teamwork

Location:

This position will report in-person in Oak Ridge however, occasional travel will be required with this position.

Applicants are encouraged to review all position requirements prior to applying. Salary is based on a combination of professional experience and qualifications. Applicants must submit resume, cover letter and at least three references. Position is open until filled.

About Us
With over 225 years dedicated to education and research, and as one of the 100 largest employers in Tennessee, there is endless potential to discover at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. This advanced academic center comprises 17 degree-granting colleges and schools, 900+ programs of study, 547 graduate programs, and is home to over 7,500 employees statewide who support the continued growth of the state's flagship land-grant university. The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture, Anthropological Research Facility, Space Institute, and the UT Institute of Public Service are acclaimed entities of the UT system and with nearby affiliate, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Rocky Top is a university on the rise. UT Knoxville considers its employees its number one asset and with values that focus on work-life balance, compensation, and innovative leadership, all Vols are supported to advance professionally. Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities. The Volunteer employee experience implements structures and practices that attract and retain a diverse community and that support a culture where everyone matters and belongs. Apply today and join the Vol Family for life!
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