Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Under general direction, The Academic Assistant provides advanced administrative/academic support for faculty. Additionally, this role will be responsible for diversified and confidential administrative duties requiring broad and comprehensive experience, skill and knowledge of organization policies and practices. The ideal candidate will be able to administer programs, projects, and processes specific to the departments served. In a team-oriented environment, the Academic Assistant will collaborate with peer colleagues to efficiently complete projects and departmental initiatives.

This position is an 11 month position.
 

Responsibilities:

• Assist faculty and teaching staff in fulfilling their academic, research, and service responsibilities. Examples include composing and editing documents for classes, research materials, and general correspondence. This includes providing support to the appropriate faculty division and division chair.
• Serve as communication liaison on and off campus.
• Utilize electronic resources and tools to facilitate classroom teaching.
• Serve as backup support for Academic Support Assistant position(s).
• Support faculty recruiting and hiring process. Assist search committee with on-line application system. Plan and coordinate all aspects of initial and on-campus interviews.
• Maintain department internet and intranet websites according to College and accessibility standards.

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