Program Assistant I--Biology - South Dakota State University : Job Details

Posting DetailsPosting Details Logo Institution The University of South DakotaWorking Title Program Assistant IBiologyPosting Number CSA02244PDepartment USD-BiologyPhysical Location of Position (City) VermillionPosting Text The Department of Biology in the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of South Dakota seeks an organized, proactive, and customer-focused team member to fill the role of Program Assistant to provide comprehensive and largely independent program support for the Biology department. This is a full-time, 12-month, benefits-eligible position.Start date: as soon as possibleDuties and responsibilities:This position will provide administrative support for the Biology department, in the areas of HR/payroll, finance/accounting, academic program support, and general office management, and will work closely with the Dean's office, the USD Foundation, and Grants Accounting as well as regular contact with students, faculty, post-docs, and other support staff. Applicants with broad administrative and bookkeeping experience, and who enjoy working with people in an academic office environment, are encouraged to apply.Questions about the position may be directed to Jake Kerby (Chair, Department of Biology) at [email protected] Date 12/18/2024Closing Date Open Until Filled YesFirst Consideration Date 12/30/2024Advertised Salary $21.25-$22.00Duration of the Term 12 monthsIf Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100Work Hours 8-5Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type RegularScope of Search External (includes Internal)If internal, define scope of search This position requires No RequirementIf other, please indicate Department Description and Cultural Expectations Equal Employment Opportunity Statement USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.Contact Information Working ConditionsCognitive Requirements Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. Analyzing, Comprehend, Logic, Memory, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written CommunicationProtective Clothing/Equipment Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. If other protection is used please identify Physical Requirements Please designate the physical requirements of this position Describe any of the conditions selected Sensory Requirements Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. Working Conditions & Exposures Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above Working Environment Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Office EnvironmentIf you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided. Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Optional Documents

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