Administrative Assistant Psychological Science, Sociology/Anthropology, African Studies, and History
Description
JOB SUMMARY: The primary purpose of this position isto provide administrative and clerical support to the faculty and students of the Psychological Science, Sociology/Anthropology, African Studies, and History departments.
Provide administrative expertise and support to the faculty of the Psychological Science, Sociology/Anthropology, African Studies, and History Departments
Prepare and manage all department budgets
Track and reconcile faculty and departmental credit card expenses
Perform general office duties
Coordinate departmental events
Prepare and send electronic and written correspondence
Coordinate faculty searches, including scheduling and booking travel/accommodation
Digitize notes of course work and articles into pdf files for faculty use
Gather and compile information for department assessments and evaluations
Liaison with multiple campus departments
Manage the logistical tasks in support of faculty and student research
Provide expertise and support to the students
Dispense relevant information, announcements, and employment opportunities to students from faculty and others
Assist students in declaring a major and in the assignment of an advisor
Develop content, edit, assign and supervise student employees in the production of the departmental online and social media content
Responsibility for Work of Others:
Supervise and manage 20+ student employees
All other duties as assigned
Prerequisites
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
High school degree or equivalent
1+ year of general office experience, including typing, filing and record keeping, bookkeeping, and technology skills
Good written and interpersonal communication skills
Proven experience managing budgets
Proficiency in GoogleSuite and Microsoft Office Suite products, specifically comfortable with Excel
Social media communication experience
Good public relations abilities, both in person,on the telephone, and on social media
Ability to be flexible and handle and complete a wide variety of details and tasks daily
Must be able to work with minimum supervision and take initiative necessary to complete tasks or solve problems
Application Procedures: To apply for this position, please continue the process on our website, www.gustavus.edu/humanresources/employment to complete the online application and submit your resume and any other supporting documents.
Gustavus Adolphus College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, disability, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status in its education or employment programs or activities.
Click on the following link to learn more about Gustavus's campus-wide commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Gustavus offers competitive and comprehensive benefits which include:
Medical insurance (which includes access to Nice Healthcare) as well as dental, vision, and life insurance
Workplace accommodations for physical or mental health concerns
Onsite health services
Free parking, exercise classes, and use of library and athletic facilities
Paid parental leave
Employer contribution to retirement savings plan (after one year of employment)
Tuition scholarships for dependents
Tuition benefit plan for employees and spouse
13 paid Holidays + generous PTO plan
Gustavus Adolphus College is one of the nation's leading private liberal arts colleges serving approximately 2,000 students. The College aspires to be a community of persons from diverse backgrounds who respect and affirm the dignity of all people. Known for its strong science, writing, music, athletics, study-away, and service-learning programs, Gustavus is located on a scenic 340-acre hill in St. Peter, Minnesota only one hour southwest of the Twin Cities.
Gustavus Adolphus College seeks employees who are committed to and will actively contribute to our efforts to celebrate cultural and intellectual richness and be resolute in advancing inclusion and equity. The Gustavus Acts strategic plan renews our commitment to equip students to lead purposeful lives, and to act on the great challenges of our time by diversifying and expanding the Gustavus community and delivering a distinctive and integrated liberal arts education. We are committed to fostering a community that embodies the value of a liberal arts education rooted in heritage and pluralism. We engage in this work at a coeducational, private, Lutheran (ELCA), residential, national liberal arts college of 2200 students.