Program Assistant (Temporary)

Department: Sociology - 250850

Minimum Qualifications

• Associates Degree
• Must possess a valid, unexpired driver's license
• Must pass a Criminal Background Check
• Ability to communicate in written and/or verbal form
• Ability to work with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds
• Ability to professionally represent the program/department
• Ability to work with clients (students, employees, public) via in-person meetings, virtual meetings, phone calls, and/or emails
• As needed, ability to work independently or as a team member
• Ability to be organized

License/Certification Required

(No specific details provided)

Essential Job Functions

This position works closely with senior volunteers, senior centers, nursing and residential care facilities, and the Department of Social Services. Successful applicant will assist with a University grant-sponsored program of considerable scope and complexity, requiring specialized knowledge of the program and the associated processes and procedures. The Program Assistant serves as an assistant manager with program authority to help oversee all operations and services provided by staff and assists leadership managing daily operations; human resources management and staff development; program policy and procedure design and implementation; and associated business functions. Work also includes marketing the program and defending program goals and objectives before the governing body. Training will be provided and the contract is renewable on an annual basis. This person typically works three days a week though more may be needed during certain times. This person will be responsible to process a minimum of 35 timesheets for the volunteers each month and apply policies & procedures; timesheets are prepared on a set schedule for Appalachian State University to produce the checks on time. Reports will be maintained monthly regarding timesheets. This position will assist with prepare training materials/manuals and other documents in preparation of training new volunteers and for the monthly in-service training held in four of the five counties the program serves. Maintenance of volunteer files, preparation of monthly financial spreadsheets and managing documents for semi-annual reports to the federal funding agency and reports to local United Ways is required. Responsibilities also include assisting with Criminal History Checks, tracking volunteer physicals, and preparing In-kind forms & reports. The successful applicant will be a team player and assist with special projects and events that are part of Appalachian Senior Programs. This position is renewable yearly.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position

(No specific details provided)

Preferred Qualifications

Good oral and written communication, as well as computer skills in Google Suite, zoom, and Microsoft Office, including Excel. Some experience with accounting and prior experience with non-profits preferred. Experience working with Senior Citizens is preferred, but not required.

Work Schedule/Hours:

Monday-Friday, Typically three days a week however days & hours may vary during departments regular business hours. On occasion some weekends may be required.

Anticipated Hiring Range:

(Not specified)

Closing Date:

10/26/2025

To apply, visit https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/52402

Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.