Job Description

Position Function
Provide administrative and clerical support for the Chemistry department office and Chairperson; includes oversee the graduate student application process for the department; provide administrative support for the Ph.D. program in Environmental Science and the Director of that program; serve as back-up for the Administrative Coordinator.
Minimum Education
Eighteen months of additional education or training beyond high school or equivalent.
Minimum Experience
At least one year of secretarial or related experience; experience with Microsoft Office.
Minimum Other
Authorization to work in the US Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Education
Associate’s degree.
Preferred Experience
Proficiency in Excel; experience with graphic design; experience in secretarial support for a large academic department.
Preferred Other
Position Title(s) Supervised
Students
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
About Ball State University
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.