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St. Bonaventure University Administrative Assistant to the Dean - School of Business in St. Bonaventure, New York
Administrative Assistant to the Dean - School of Business
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Administrative Assistant to the Dean - School of Business
Salary
$18.00 Hourly
Location
St. Bonaventure, NY
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
202200452
Division
Academic Affairs
Department
School of Business
Opening Date
10/25/2024
Description
Benefits
Description
Performs any combination of advanced level and routine administrative duties for the Office of the dean. Responsible for supporting the dean in meetings, approvals, scheduling, and budgeting. Other responsibilities include support of the University’s academic programs and initiatives, and facilitating the interaction of the Dean with the campus, faculty and staff, and community members.
Examples of Duties
Perform day to day administrative functions. Handles office correspondence, report and generate documentation with the dean to meet established regulations and policies.
40%
Manage the dean’s calendar in Outlook, coordinates meetings, events, and communication of information from the dean’s office to faculty and staff. Handles dean’s phone call, messages, and mail.
25%
Administration of adjunct contracts, overload stipends, ensuring proper documentation is filed with Records Human Resources.
15%
Manages dean expenditures through Concur and oversight of budget spreadsheets and documents. Initiates, processes and maintains records and invoices.
10%
Researches, prepares and/or assists in the preparation, compilation, and analysis of information relating to budgets, grant applications, proposals, status reports, student records, and presentations. Develops and maintains spreadsheets.
5%
Coordinates Faculty recruitment process to ensure smooth recruitment and to assist in the onboarding process
5%
Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
<1%
Supplemental Functions:
- Handle highly confidential material, understanding that all University information should only be disclosed to others who have a need to know, for legitimate business reasons; have the ability to exercise and apply sound judgment and decision making skills as well as the ability to maintain integrity and confidentiality of data.
• Balance priorities to accomplish assigned tasks within the required time frame and to be able to shift quickly between several tasks without loss of continuity.
• Effectively evaluate and process forms; verify data for accuracy, completeness and compliance within established procedures; enter data into computer system, monitor, calculate and, maintain confidential files and data; identify problems and propose feasible solutions.
• Type, compose and edit correspondence, memos, letters, agendas and reports; revise schedules, forms, reports, records, and other information; prepare statistical information for use in reports.
• Coordinate department schedules, appointments, projects, travel arrangements, room reservations and major events.
• Attend meetings, transcribes and distribute minutes.
• Initiate and answer telephone calls; screen and direct calls; greet visitors and direct to appropriate personnel; route and distribute incoming mail and other materials; prepare outgoing mail and packages.
• Follow instructions, respond to management direction; Take responsibility for own actions; Keep commitments; Complete tasks on time or notify appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Effectively communicate general information to University constituencies; some situations may require the ability to relay complex or adverse information with tact and diplomacy.
• Be effective in dealing with a wide range of professionals, staff, and administrators.
• Engage in meaningful and intentional professional development appropriate for areas of responsibility.
• Carry out all responsibilities and objectives in a professional manner.
• Maintain professionalism when dealing with all staff and other customers while fostering positive working relationships.
• Accept and render constructive criticism in a professional manner.
• Adhere to the governing documents, policies and procedures established by St. Bonaventure University.
Typical Qualifications
Associate’s degree and three or more years working in an executive level support position, in a professional setting or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.
Has a documented work history that shows a record of increased responsibilities; setting work priorities; handling multiple assignments; meeting deadlines; working with confidential information. Functions at an expert level using the Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to work independently with minimal or no supervision, take initiative, handle emergency situations in a professional efficient manner. The ability to successfully complete a criminal background check.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Should possess excellent administrative communication and organizational skills. Have advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook. Will need to show discretion as sensitive materials will be handled on occasion. Individual is welcoming and professional as the point of contact for both the dean & School of Business.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.
Full-time employees at SBU enjoy unparalleled benefits (https://www.sbu.edu/docs/default-source/about-section/human-resources-documents/2022_benefits-booklet-final_rev1-4-23.pdf)
Abundance of Time off
20 Days of Paid Time Off
20 Paid Holidays
Tuition Remission
100% undergraduate tuition remission for employee, spouse, and dependents
80% graduate tuition remission for employee (online and ground programs)
50% for spouse (ground programs only)
Full Benefit package
403b Retirement Plan + 10% Employer contribution after 2 years
Health Insurance with $250 Wellness card
Dental Insurance
Employer Paid Vision and Life insurance
Short-term Disability
Employer Paid Long-term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
Other Perks
Free access to campus fitness center
2 free Division 1 Men’s Basketball Season tickets
Golf course membership discount
Other National and Local discounts available
St. Bonaventure University is committed to providing a comprehensive benefits program designed to attract and retain high-quality Faculty and Staff. To view an overview of the benefits offered at SBU for full time employees, click the link below:
Benefits Overview for Full-Time Employees (https://www.sbu.edu/docs/default-source/about-section/human-resources-documents/2024-25-benefits-booklet_final.pdf?sfvrsn=7f9fd3ec_2)
Agency
St. Bonaventure University (NY)
Address
3261 West State Road St. Bonaventure, New York, 14778
Website
http://www.sbu.edu
