Office Associate - University Procurement Services

The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities. We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives

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JOB TITLE:
Office Associate

JOB PURPOSE:
Perform advanced office and administrative/management support tasks.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform administrative tasks and projects. Analyze, process and maintain information as required.

Assist supervisor by researching problems and providing resolution(s) as directed.

Perform bookkeeping duties, organize data and oversee office functions as required.

Prepare complex reports regarding personnel staffing and budgetary requests for personnel, supplies and equipment; perform associated analysis and interpretations.

May perform a variety of marketing, public relations, and special event projects and tasks.

Provide training regarding department and University procedures; may provide computer application(s)/procedures training.

Some positions may perform student academic advising.

Perform special projects, as directed.

May guide or supervise other office staff as required.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:
May assist with departmental budget planning process including research and provide/prepare financial reports.

Assist with revision of forms and office procedures.

COMPETENCIES:
Adaptability

Analysis/Problem Identification

Attention to detail

Consistency

Initiative

Quality Orientation

Work Prioritization & Management

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY:
This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
High School Diploma or GED

Experience:
2 years progressively responsible work-related experience

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience in Higher Education

Knowledge of procurement and contracting methods

Customer service skills

REQUIRED MATERIALS:
Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references.

HIRING STATEMENT:
UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email

jobapps@uwyo.edu

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ABOUT LARAMIE:
The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit

http://visitlaramie.org/