Business Assistant, Ag Employment Center

Job Summary

As the Business Assistant in the College of Agriculture Employment Center, your primary responsibility will be to serve as an on-campus I-9 verifier for the College. You will work closely with other center and business office staff, as well as faculty, departmental staff, and students, to ensure that all I-9 verifications and reverifications are completed following federal guidelines. Additionally, you'll collaborate with various departments to expedite the processing of quick-hire requests for the College. Your role will also encompass various payroll-related tasks, such as completing off-cycle forms, and you will serve as a liaison between departmental business offices and central payroll to analyze, resolve, or recommend action on unique problems as needed.

This position requires an on-campus presence five days a week (M-F). The preferred working hours are from 9 am to 4 pm, with a scheduled lunch break.
 

Required:

• High school diploma or GED
• Three years of account clerk, bookkeeping, business, or related experience
• Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems, file management and records, forms, and other office procedures and terminology
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills and professionalism in dealing with students, individuals, and business customers
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and build work relationships among a diverse workforce at all levels
• Strong organizational and time management skills with emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail
• Motivated individual with the ability to efficiently multi-task, work under pressure, handle interruptions, and meet deadlines
• Ability to identify problems, analyze information, and implement solutions
• Capable of taking initiative, assuming responsibility, and handling confidential information with discretion
• Ability to work independently and in a dynamic team environment
• Must possess a learning orientation to changing technology
• Proficiency in software experience: Microsoft Word, Excel, Database and Outlook/Electronic Email
   

Preferred:

• University-related experience
• Experience with SAP and Success Factors

Additional Information: 

• This posting represents a part-time position (75% FTE – 30 hours/week).  Benefits do apply.
• To learn more about Purdue’s benefits summary CLICK HERE
• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position    
• A background check will be required for employment in this position  
• FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime)  
• Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan  
• Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply

Career Stream

Administrative and Operational Support 2
Pay Band S040
Link to Purdue University's compensation guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/staffpb.php 
Job Code #20002334
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