Administrative Assistant I – Temporary (Full‑time)

About the role

The Office of the Registrar at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore seeks a full‑time, temporary Administrative Assistant I. This six‑month fixed‑term position provides moderate‑complexity administrative support in a high‑volume processing environment, emphasizing accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as the primary front‑desk contact, handling phone calls, emails, visitors and walk‑in inquiries.
• Enter, update, and retrieve student information in the Student Information System (Oracle PeopleSoft) with high accuracy.
• Develop, maintain, and update electronic and paper filing systems in line with institutional retention, security, and FERPA requirements.
• Review incoming documents for completeness, accuracy, and proper authorization before processing.
• Compose routine responses and provide clear guidance on registrar processes to students, faculty, and staff.

Required profile

• Ability to work under general supervision in a fast‑paced office.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data integrity.
• Comfort with prolonged periods of computer use for data entry and record maintenance.
• Professional, customer‑service oriented demeanor.

Required skills

• Oracle PeopleSoft (Student Information System)

What we offer

• Hourly wage of $21.75 (non‑exempt).
• Safe and Sick Leave benefits in accordance with the Maryland Healthy Working Families Act.