Sr. Program Assistant at Miami University

Sr. Program Assistant at Miami University

Job Type
Full-time
Posting Date
February 8, 2018
Location of Position

Oxford, OH

Company Summary

Welcoming Workplace

Imagine the possibilities with a career at Miami…

Miami University is a major public university with a small college feel.  Creating environments for learning excellence and providing career opportunities in Oxford, Hamilton, Middletown, West Chester and Luxembourg, our faculty and staff are the fuel that drives Miami!

We rank first nationally among public universities for best teaching by U.S. News & World Report.  Our opportunities for growth and advancement aren't limited to students in the classroom.  Our faculty, staff and student employees are highly valued for their contribution toward the Miami experience.

Miami’s main campus is located in Oxford, Ohio, 35 miles north of Cincinnati.  A true college town, Oxford features a wide variety of shops and restaurants within walking distance of the main campus.  Our regional campuses are located in Hamilton, Middletown and the Voice of America  Learning Center in West Chester, Ohio.

Duties and Responsibilities

Job Summary:  Job ID:  5270 – SATSS – FT (Hourly)

Under the general supervision of the Director for Student Organizations & Diversity, the Senior Program Assistant performs a variety of administrative and clerical tasks that support the Director and the Office of Student Services in the Farmer School of Business. This person works with a team of individuals to support the needs of business school students and ensures that students have a positive first impression of the Office of Student Services. This person will directly report to the Director of Student Organizations & Diversity.

  • Assists users of department's services by providing information regarding policies and procedures; may assist patrons by aiding them in using services or filling out forms.
  • May assist in the performance of various financial and budgetary tasks including preparing and monitoring budgets, preparing fiscal reports, or processing payments.
  • May assist with various administrative tasks including ordering supplies, preparing requisitions, scheduling use of equipment, maintaining calendars, or conducting research.
  • May prepare various written materials including correspondence, information sheets, or news releases.
  • May maintain and update various files and records; may maintain department's computer databases.
  • May assist in the performance of various clerical tasks including answering phones, typing, opening and distributing mail, or preparing bulk mailings.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Worker Characteristics

  • Knowledge of standard office procedures and equipment
  • Knowledge of computers and office applications
  • Some knowledge of administrative procedures which may include budgeting, research, preparing fiscal and other reports; supervisory skills
  • Research skills

Working Conditions

Periodic assignments given which entail dealing with modestly unpleasant physical situations such as near-continuous use of computer

Position Requirements

Basic Qualifications:

Requires six months of coursework or training beyond high school in Business Administration and three years of office experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Experience
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