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Posted May 15, 2026

Secretary IV - 006408

University of South Alabama
Mobile, Alabama, United States 36688 Full Time
Reference: 284586786

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Number 006408
Position Title Secretary IV - 006408
Division Academic Affairs
Department 422030 - Social Work
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent and three years of secretarial experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
Job Description Summary
The University of South Alabama’s Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work is seeking to hire a Secretary IV. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.
Essential Functions

These are the job duties required of the position.

Essential Functions
  • Provides administrative support for the Department of Sociology, Anthropology and Social Work.
  • Coordinates scheduling of classes for the department, collaborating with the department chair, faculty, and program directors to create the class schedule, secure classroom space, and assign appropriate teaching formats.
  • Ensures the department is securely opened and closed each day in coordination with other staff, faculty, and student workers.
  • Works with the department chair and faculty to manage advising lists, process course overrides, respond to student inquiries (in-person, by email, or phone) and relay requests to the appropriate faculty.
  • Coordinates and sends requests to web services and assists faculty with submissions for websites of the Department of Sociology, Anthropology and Social Work and the BSW (Bachelor of Arts in Social Work) Program.
  • Co-manages departmental records and files with the Secretary V as directed by the department chair and program directors and by following department and university policies and procedures.
  • Assists with hiring, training and managing student office workers.
  • Manages and sorts emails from departmental accounts by forwarding to appropriate faculty as needed.
  • Manages student paperwork, including routing to appropriate department(s) for processing and maintaining accurate records.
  • Compiles requested reports using Banner 9, Learning Management Systems (LMS) and other software as directed.
  • Regular and prompt attendance.
  • Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required.
  • Related duties as required.
Posting Information

Number of Vacancies 1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date 05/14/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Working Days Monday - Friday
Working Hours 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Job Location Main Campus
Full-time or Part-Time Full Time
Regular or Temporary Regular

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Are you at least 18 years of age?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individuals for staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * What is the highest level of education you have completed?
    • Less than High School
    • High School Diploma or equivalent
    • Associates Degree
    • Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
    • Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
    • Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
  5. * How many years of related experience do you have?
    • Less than 1 year
    • Between 1 - 3 years
    • Between 3 - 5 years
    • Between 5 - 7 years
    • More than 7 years
  6. * How did you hear about this position?
    • USA website
    • LinkedIn
    • Zip Recruiter
    • Indeed
    • HigherEd Jobs
    • Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works
    • Facebook
    • Word of mouth
    • Other

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
    Optional Documents
    1. Resume
    2. Cover Letter

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