Excellent oral and written skills to communicate over the telephone and take messages, converse with persons with limited English ability, and convey instructions, directions and information. Skill to organize workload independently and set priorities, adapt to changing work priorities, and perform multiple interrelated tasks. Skill to work with frequent interruptions, work under multiple deadlines and complete large volumes of clerical work under peak periods. Excellent interpersonal skills to interact with tact and diplomacy, work with a culturally diverse student population, and work cooperatively with others. Ability to operate standard office equipment.
Math skills to perform calculations and computations including ability to balance cash.
Knowledge of campus purchasing, accounting and travel reimbursement procedures and forms preferred. Skill using MS Word, Excel, and Microsoft office. Skill to pay attention to detail and anticipate needs. Knowledge of international cultural sensitivities and practices and cross-cultural communication techniques preferred. Knowledge of Immigration and Naturalization Services regulations preferred.