Support work of faculty search committees, coordinating
application files, interview schedules, travel arrangements,
etc.
Support utilization of systems for managing faculty records,
course schedules, etc.
Coordinate processes related to contracts and onboarding of new
full-time and affiliate faculty.
Facilitate provision of equipment, supplies, office space, etc.
necessary for teaching and service work.
Maintain current collection of course syllabi, ensuring access
to the Office of the Dean.
Assist with department informational-onboarding of new faculty
hires (I.e. HR systems confirmations, office space, floor
amenities, direct to resources, etc.)
Receive and respond to student inquiries, or redirect to
appropriate faculty or other offices.
Manage special permissions for course registrations, receiving
student requests and confirming approvals by chair and/or course
instructors.
Assist with general program questions through familiarity with
program curriculums and the coordination of participants in
internal peer-mentorship programs.
Help the Chair and Assistant Chair address priorities with
faculty, students, and program partners including scheduling
meetings and events throughout the semesters and supporting
department initiatives through communication to constituents.
In consultation with the Chair and with close support from the
SOC Director of Operations, manage the department's operating
budget, producing periodic spend projections, and processing
financial transactions (e.g., vendor agreements, purchase orders,
requests for payment, etc.).
Contribute to the planning of special department events, with
emphasis on coordinating arrangements for services (e.g. catering)
and facilities (e.g., location, equipment, etc).
Manage the hiring of student workers in the department and
oversee their projects, timelines and requests from faculty for the
work our students do for the department.
Coordinate with business vendors and college offices to
purchase, maintain, and repair office equipment.
Act as office liaison, receiving and directing correspondence
from faculty, students, staff, etc. and help to coordinate and
maintain the collective department space.
QUALIFICATIONS - Qualifications are deemed required and
represent what is needed to perform the job effectively.
- Associate's degree or equivalent work experience required;
Bachelor's Degree preferred
- Minimum of 2 years of office, project, or account management
experience required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - May be representative,
but not all-inclusive, of the knowledge, skills, and abilities
commonly associated with the job.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask and
prioritize.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
- Detail-oriented with excellent follow-through.
- Functional proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and/or
Google Workspace
- Basic understanding of standard administrative operations
(budget management, procurement, etc.)
- Willingness to problem solve, think creatively, and contribute
collaboratively
PHYSICAL ABILITIES - Activities commonly associated with the
performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands
described below are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this
job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Requires ability to lift and move objects that are light.
- Requires ability to move materials occasionally.
WORK ENVIRONMENT - Environmental or atmospheric conditions
commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this
job.
Interested applicants, please submit a cover letter and resume.
Candidates who don't submit a cover letter will be
declined.
IN-OFFICE EXPECTATIONS
This position is primarily a hybrid role with expected days in the
office each week.
The hybrid arrangement will be made upon hire. Candidates must
reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the Boston campus
to ensure operational effectiveness. This arrangement must be
approved as outlined in the
Remote Work
Policy.
Compensation: $22.85 - $27.40 hourly, commensurate with
experience.
Grade of Position: S-23-05NE
Employment Category: Regular
.
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36.25
Division of Academic Affairs
This position will be exclusively represented by the Service
Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 888 for purposes of
wages, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
In addition to a competitive salary, Emerson College is committed
to the health and well-being of our employees and family members.
We offer a generous benefits package to regular staff scheduled to
work 20+ hours per week.
Emerson Employment
Categories influence work schedules, benefits eligibility,
and time off policies. Benefits include outstanding health plans
with limited out-of-pocket expenses, dental plans, generous
time-off programs, and a 403(b) retirement benefit with a 9%
employer contribution once eligible. Additional benefits, such as
life and disability coverage and commuter offerings, are
available.
Please refer to our
benefits
website for a full list of benefits and eligibility
requirements.
To apply, please visit: https://emerson.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Emerson_College_Staff/job/Boston-Campus/Department-Administrative-Associate--School-of-Communication_JR009153
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