Administrative Assistant — Starkville, MS at MSU

About the Team

The Southern Rural Development Center is dedicated to strengthening the capacity of the region's 30 land-grant institutions. Our mission is to address critical contemporary rural development issues that impact the well-being of people and communities across the rural South.

About the Role

This position serves as the administrative anchor for a large and complex division within the Center. You will direct, supervise, and coordinate the administrative function, ensuring the office operates with continuity and efficiency. The role involves analyzing operating practices to create new systems or revise established procedures, keeping the unit abreast of trends in administrative operations.

In this capacity, you will manage the unit's complex events calendar and coordinate the logistics for various functions. You will also play a key role in financial and operational support by gathering data for budget preparation, managing inventory, and procuring necessary supplies and equipment. Additionally, you will be responsible for interviewing, training, and evaluating subordinate support staff, while developing and implementing office policies relevant to the unit's mission and goals.

Hiring Process

Applications must be submitted through the Human Resources Management Website at explore.msujobs.msstate.edu. Please complete the online application and attach a cover letter and resume. The screening period runs from May 22, 2026, until the position is filled. The anticipated appointment date is June 2026.

Note: This position is contingent upon the continued availability of funding.

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs, or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law.

If you have a disability and require an accommodation to apply for this position, please contact the Department of Human Resources Management at (662) 325-3713 or ada@hrm.msstate.edu. Upon request, sections of this job listing are available in large print, and readers are available to assist the visually impaired.

Work location

Work model: On-site

Victory Lane, Pecan Acres, Starkville, Oktibbeha County, Mississippi, 39760, United States

Starkville, Mississippi

Key Responsibilities

check_circleAnalyze and recommend procedures to improve continuity and simplify reporting
check_circleDevelop and implement office policies and procedures relevant to unit mission
check_circleManage complex events calendar and coordinate logistics for unit functions
check_circlePrepare operating reports using word processing, spreadsheet, and database software
check_circleAnalyze operating practices to create new systems or revise established procedures
check_circleDevelop summary reports and make recommendations regarding findings to administrators
check_circleManage budget preparation, inventory reports, and procurement of supplies and equipment
check_circleDirect, supervise, and coordinate the administrative function of a complex office
check_circleInterview, train, and evaluate subordinate support staff

Requirements

verifiedHigh school diploma
verified1 year directly related experience
verifiedWorking knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database software

Nice to Have

4 years of directly related experience. Bachelor's degree in accounting or business. Experience in fund accounting.

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Fund Accounting, Word Processing, Spreadsheet, Database Software.

Education: High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree in accounting or business preferred.

Frequently asked questions about Administrative Assistant I at MSU Federal Credit Union

What does a Administrative Assistant I at MSU Federal Credit Union do?expand_more

A Administrative Assistant I at MSU Federal Credit Union is responsible for the following: Analyze and recommend procedures to improve continuity and simplify reporting; Develop and implement office policies and procedures relevant to unit mission; Manage complex events calendar and coordinate logistics for unit functions; and Prepare operating reports using word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.

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MSU Federal Credit Union is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: High school diploma; 1 year directly related experience; and Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.

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Administrative Assistant I at MSU Federal Credit Union is based in Victory Lane, Pecan Acres, Starkville, Oktibbeha County, Mississippi, 39760, United States. This is a on-site role.

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MSU Federal Credit Union has listed this Administrative Assistant I role as on-site.

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Administrative Assistant I at MSU Federal Credit Union typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience at the entry level level.

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Key skills for Administrative Assistant I at MSU Federal Credit Union include Fund Accounting; Word Processing; Spreadsheet; and Database Software.

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Educational requirements for this role: High school diploma required; and Bachelor's degree in accounting or business preferred.

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Administrative Assistant I at MSU Federal Credit Union is part of the admin job category on Recrutus.

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