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Academic Assistant - Electrical and Construction Technology / School of Design

Dunwoody College of Technology

Minneapolis, MN | Full Time

$53k-70k (estimate)

6 Days Ago

Academic Assistant - Electrical and Construction Technology / School of Design

$53k-70k (estimate)

Full Time 6 Days Ago

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Dunwoody College of Technology is Hiring an Academic Assistant - Electrical and Construction Technology / School of Design Near Minneapolis, MN

Job Details
Job Location
Dunwoody College of Technology - Minneapolis, MN
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
None
Salary Range
$20.00 - $24.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage
None
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Education
Description
Position Overview

Provide administrative support to the Dean and Directors within assigned departments.

Position Responsibilities / Functions

Assist deans/directors with administrative duties such as scheduling meetings, reserving rooms, preparing expense reports, arranging travel, handing mail, ordering office supplies, and assisting with accreditation visits.
Assist with meeting preparation support to include presentation materials, handouts, agendas, and meeting minutes.
Generate correspondence and documentation to include letters, memos, forms, policies and procedures (includes handling of confidential information)
Assist and advise the deans and directors in the management of their schedules, handle calls from both internal and external sources, and organize his/her incoming mail and email inbox.
Organize the logistics for conferences and events
Support curriculum changes, modifications, etc.
Maintain and organize files that relate to the student academic experience
Maintain regular and consistent contact with deans, directors and academic coordinators.
Complete internal and external paperwork, make decisions and generate reports as needed.
Submit important dates to Dunwoody Dates
Support with faculty scheduling
Support industry advisory committees: update database, take meeting notes, assist with report generation
Assist with miscellaneous tasks assigned (such as: business and industry forms, summer calendar collection, listing of accomplishments for academic year, post and file articulation agreements, mail distribution, etc.)
Maintain and coordinate program memberships and subscriptions

Essential Job Functions:

Excellent computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Ability to think critically
Willingness to learn
Ability to talk on the phone.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills including ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff, potential employers and/or other external constituents.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet frequently occurring deadlines.
Must be goal and team oriented to build positive working relationships, and conduct business with attention to ethical considerations, and/or school/accreditation guidelines.
Ability to work with and communicate effectively with people from all backgrounds and at all levels.
Must have strong organizational skills, exceptional networking skills, and consistently displays the highest levels of integrity.
Maintains confidentiality when working with high-profile, sensitive information.
Maintain a high degree of professionalism and provide high levels of customer service.
Foster a positive and customer-service oriented environment within and between departments of the college.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and/or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.

Core Competencies

Strategic Skills: Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level. Makes good decisions. Provides sound advice and problem solution. Provides honest and in-depth analysis on problems and issues.
Operating Skills: Makes decisions in a timely manner. Accepts responsibility for tasks and meets objectives and measures. Documents process, progress, and results. Is committed to continuous improvement. Works toward the most efficient and effective work processes.
Courage : Has difficult conversations as necessary. Faces up to people problems on any person or situations quickly and directly.
Energy and Drive: Is action oriented and full of energy for challenging tasks/issues. Is constantly and consistently one of the top performers. Steadfastly pushes self and others for results.
Organizational Positioning Skills: Can maneuver through complex situations effectively and quietly. Is sensitive to how people and organizations function. Anticipates where the land mines are and plans their approach accordingly.
Personal/Interpersonal Skills: Relates well to all kinds of people. Builds constructive and effective relationships. Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers. Supports equal and fair treatment and opportunity for all. Adheres to Dunwoody's core values. Is widely trusted - Keeps confidences and admits mistakes. Practices attentive and active listening. Is personally committed to and actively works to continuously improve themselves.

Qualifications

Ability to work 40 hours per week
Excellent computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, SharePoint
Autonomy and self-direction.