ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

One of the country’s most selective public research universities, Clemson University serves a uniquely driven and highly accomplished student body.

Ranked consistently as one of the best national public university by U.S.News & World Report, Clemson is a science- and engineering-oriented college dedicated to teaching, research and service. Founded in 1889, we remain committed both to world-class research and a high quality of life. In fact, 91 percent of our seniors say they’d pick Clemson again if they had it to do over.

Clemson’s retention and graduation rates rank among the highest in the country for public universities. We’ve been named among the best values by Kiplinger magazine in 2013, and SmartMoney in 2012 ranked us No. 7 in student return on investment.

Our beautiful college campus sits on 1,400 acres in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, along the shores of Hartwell Lake. But we also have research facilities and economic development hubs throughout the state of South Carolina — in Greenville, Greenwood, Columbia and Charleston.

WELCOME TO CLEMSON!

Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call?

One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others.

Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.

So,... are you ready?

JOB SUMMARY:

Manage business office at the Garrison Arena & Expo Center, including, but not limited to financial management, event planning and monitoring, updating the website and social media platforms with event information. Perform other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

40% - Essential - Accounting Support: Provides projections and forecasts expenditures and arena revenue. Processes daily receipts and deposits funds generated from grants, gifts, and revenue funds according to the university policy and procedures. Executes CU policy and procedures on payment and purchase of operational, utility, maintenance and janitorial supplies.
25% - Essential - Administrative Support: Provides administrative support to the Garrison Arena & Expo Center Director, Operations Manager and all Garrison Staff. Support to include, but not limited to, designing advertisements to promote arena and hosted events. Market the arena facilities through social media campaigns, advertisements, direct marketed communications. As well as maintaining the Garrison's monthly calendar and website.
20% - Essential - Customer Support: Ensure paperwork is completed for customers, including trail riders, tailgaters, and weekend event renters. Ensure customers are met with kindness, respect, and professionalism.
15% - Essential - Office Management: Ensure smooth daily operations through oversight of daily office operations, including telephone calls and visitors. Manages office supplies, vendor relationships, while overseeing office cleanliness and maintenance. Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education - High School or Equivalent
Work Exp 5+ years

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Education - Associate's or Bachelor's Degree - Agriculture/Animal Science and/or Business

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Fundamental Job Knowledge - Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

60% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
25% - Walk or move about
15% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself

WORKING CONDITIONS:

No Work Conditions

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours: 37.5

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Anticipated Salary Range: $37,200 - $48,300

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Normal Operations
Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION:

Anderson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

May 27, 2026

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.
To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.