Texas A&M University
Classification Specifications

0055
OFFICE ASSISTANT
11/01/01

SUMMARY

General Description:  Provides receptionist and office support duties.

DUTIES

Typical:  Serves as office receptionist; provides general information and referrals; answers telephone and screens calls; schedules appointments; prepares routine correspondence, forms and other documents; operates standard office equipment; assists in data collection; posts and maintains files and records; receives, sorts, and routes mail; assists with bulk mailings; assembles and distributes materials; assists in receiving, storing and distributing supplies; may assist in the preparation and proofing of materials for reports and other publications; may perform data entry/retrieval functions; performs related duties as required.

SUPERVISION

Received:  Detailed initial instruction and frequent review from administrative supervisor.
Given:  None.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required:  High school graduation or any equivalent combination of training and experience. No experience required.
Preferred:   Some experience in general office or clerical work.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES OR REGISTRATION

Required:  None.
Preferred:  None.

EQUIPMENT

Typical:  Use of standard office equipment.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Typical:  Working knowledge of word processing software programs.