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Secretary V - 003678

University of South Alabama
PublishedPublished: 5/6/2026
Full Time

Posting Details

Position Information Position Number003678Position TitleSecretary V - 003678DivisionAcademic AffairsDepartment410600 - Physical TherapyMinimum QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent and four years of progressively responsible secretarial experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.Preferred QualificationsJob Description SummaryThe University of South Alabama’s Physical Therapy department is seeking to hire a Secretary V. Interested candidates should apply to be considered. Essential Functions These are the job duties required of the position.Essential Functions
  • Plans, initiates, and carries to completion secretarial, clerical and administrative tasks.
  • Serves as recording secretary at council and committee meetings and prepares minutes in final form for distribution.
  • Prepares correspondence, course materials, reports, brochures, and other documents using Microsoft Office and Adobe on a PC.
  • Maintains department files, budget information, and databases.
  • Serves as front office representative responsible for answering and transferring phone calls, greeting and routing all visitors/patients, and assisting students.
  • Opens and distributes incoming mail and coordinates deliveries.
  • Assist with travel reimbursement forms.
  • Coordinates department event and space needs in the USA Event Management System.
  • Manages inventory of equipment and supplies and places orders as needed.
  • Prepares requisitions and purchase orders for the PT Department and Faculty Clinic using PAWS.
  • Secures payments/orders utilizing the department Procurement Card.
  • Coordinates payment of invoices and reconciles monthly purchase reports.
  • Manages Year-End Budget to ensure compliance.
  • Utilizes Banner Finance, DocRoute, and Student Record Systems to access and maintain departmental and student information.
  • Manages class schedules, faculty files and assists with Faculty Searches.
  • Coordinates with students on Spring graduation needs including state Certification of Education.
  • Supervises student assistants to include assigning duties and checking work.
  • Completes EPAFs (Personnel Action) for student workers.
  • Ensures office coverage during normal business hours.
  • Regular and prompt attendance.
  • Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required.
  • Related duties as required.
Posting Information Number of Vacancies1Position End Date (if temporary)Job Open Date05/05/2026Job Close DateOpen Until FilledYesSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsWorking DaysMonday - FridayWorking Hours8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Job LocationMain CampusFull-time or Part-TimeFull TimeRegular or TemporaryRegular

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 DocumentsOptional Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter

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