Program Assistant

We are now accepting applications for a qualified Program Assistant at Belmont University.

Employment Type

Staff

Internal Job Category

Non-Exempt (Staff)

Full-Time

Department

College Science & Mathematics

Hours

37.5

Primary Duties and

Responsibilities:

Position purpose: This position supports faculty salary processes in the College of Sciences and Mathematics, provides support for research and summer programming, including budget management and supplies purchasing, and administrative support for computer science programs in the College.

Essential Functions:

• Work with Dean's office and Department Chairs to maintain Faculty Load and Compensation data.
• Oversee budgets for summer undergraduate research programs and summer camps including assisting in overseeing restricted accounts that receive donations to support undergraduate research.
• Coordinate summer programming including assisting in recruiting faculty, marketing, and oversight of summer undergraduate workers.
• Provide administrative support for faculty and students in graduate computer science programs.
• Assist faculty in overseeing budgets for externally funded undergraduate research programs.
• Assist in event planning for SPARK, CSM's fall career fair, and alumni events as well as working with alumni to facilitate the development of internship opportunities.
• The above statements describe the job’s essential responsibilities and requirements. They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.
  
  
  

Required Qualifications :

Belmont University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified faculty and staff who will support our mission and vision. As a Christ-centered and student-focused community, we aim to:

• Form diverse leaders of character;
• Equip people to solve the world’s complex problems through teaching, research and service;
• And be radical champions for helping people and communities flourish.
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to identify issues, obtain relevant information, relate and compare data from different sources, and identify alternative solutions.
• Critical Thinking: Interprets and seeks information, uses independent reasoning to diagnose the root cause of situations or issues, identifies and tests solutions and thinks beyond what is typical or customary. Uses information to determine benefits and impact in making decision and/or recommendations.
• Project/Program/Service Management: Ability to coordinate and administer programs/project activities and protocols. Ability to manage resources, monitor activities, and assess risks and quality issues associated with the program/project.
• Written and Oral Communications: Ability to present information to individuals or groups; ability to deliver presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience. Ability to convey information clearly and concisely to groups or individuals either verbally or in writing to ensure that they understand the information and the message. Ability to listen and respond appropriately to others. Ability to impact and influence others to further the institution’s strategic objectives.
• Technical, Computer, and Software Skills: Ability to use Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and basic databases and software.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment and the ability to respond to high-pressure situations. Ability to thrive in an environment of hard work.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
  
  
  

Required Education High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred

Required Experience 1-3 years prior office experience preferred; experience with budgets and/or event planning and camps preferred

The selected candidate will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University.

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