Career Center
Iowa City, Iowa
Memphis, Tennessee
Posted: 05-Aug-23
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Type: Part-time
Salary: Open
Internal Number: JR23317
Job Description:
Assists with creation of special projects, lectures and academic writing.
Prepares, reviews and assists in the production of various externally focused brochures and reports needed by the Director and Center faculty.
Ordering supplies.
Processing reimbursements for all travel, purchases, etc.
Maintains the calendars of the faculty members in the Center.
Ensures that equipment is working properly, and interacting with external vendors to support needs of the center.
Organizes events, conferences, talks, symposia, etc.
Assists with time and attendance approvals for the research staff.
Provides administrative support for a leader. Stays informed of activities relating to programs and initiatives, apprising the leader of issues when deemed necessary. Coordinates information flow from leader's office.
May initiate correspondence and other written materials under own signature or for signature of the leader. Triages emails and telephone calls for action. Resolves a combination of some routine and complex inquiries.
Performs other related work as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree.
Preferred Competencies
Knowledge of office management systems and procedures.
Ability to manage competing priorities, work simultaneously on multiple initiatives, and meet deadlines.
Creative problem-solver with an eye for good design; on the cutting edge of emerging media trends and technologies.
Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
Strong writing and copy editing skills; ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
Strong organizational and planning skills.
Detail oriented, self-motivated and comfortable working in a collaborative team environment.
Application Documents
Resume (required)
Cover Letter (required)
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