IMPART Alliance Assistant / Office Assistant III
Job no: 980994
Work type: Support Staff
Pay Grade: 09
Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Osteopathic Medicine
Department: Family And Community Medicine 10034330
Sub Area: CT- Clerical Tech.
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Office/Clerical Support, Clerical Technical- CT, Full Time (90-100%), Union, Remote-Friendly Working/Functional Title IMPART Alliance Assistant Position Summary We are seeking a highly organized Office Assistant to manage administrative tasks which support the day-to-day operations for primarily IMPART Alliance, with occasional support to AgeAlive. Both programs reside within the College of Osteopathic Medicine, Department of Family and Community Medicine. Primary responsibilities include providing administrative support to all members of the leadership team, which will include scheduling meetings, handling meeting logistics, assisting with travel arrangements, ordering supplies and tracking inventory, managing communications, and handling a variety of other important tasks to help streamline processes. Responsibilities:Administrative Support:
- Coordinate, schedule, and handle meeting logistics for both internal and external meetings for multiple committees and workgroups.
- Assist with making travel arrangements.
- Assist with preparing presentations, reports, communications, and committee/presentation packets.
- Under the supervision of the leadership team, handle incoming emails and inquiries, directing them to the appropriate team members/contacts.
- Maintain organized electronic and physical filing systems for easy retrieval of information.
- Responsible for ordering supplies and materials and creating an inventory tracking system.
Communication Management:
- Communicate effectively and interact with internal and external constituents (network partners and others) with a high degree of professionalism and integrity.
- Draft and edit correspondence, emails, and other written materials with attention to detail and accuracy.
Data Management:
- Create data entry forms through Qualtrics, database management, data analytics using spreadsheets, and record-keeping tasks.
- Update and maintain accurate contact lists, client/partner information, and other relevant databases.
- Generate and analyze reports as required, providing summaries and insights to support decision-making processes.
Project Coordination:
- Support leadership team with coordinating projects, tracking progress, and ensuring deadlines are met.
- Assist in organizing project-related documents, resources, and logistics.
- Collaborate with team members to gather information, coordinate meetings, and follow up on action items.
Minimum Requirements Knowledge normally acquired through a high school education; three to five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in word processing, spreadsheet, database and/or desktop publishing software; presentation and webpage software; typing and filing; maintaining accounting ledgers; may require knowledge of technical or medical terminology and/or technical knowledge or training related to the field of employment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Desired Qualifications An ideal candidate for this role would have proven experience as an administrative assistant, virtual assistant, or similar role; Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and multitask effectively; Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with a professional and courteous demeanor; Proficiency in using office software and productivity tools, including Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and project management platforms; Familiarity with remote collaboration tools such as Zoom, Slack, Microsoft Teams, or equivalent; Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry, document preparation, and correspondence; Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining a high level of productivity and professionalism; Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and dynamic work environments; Commitment to upholding confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism in all aspects of the role; Previous work in an academic setting. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. Required Application Materials CV/Resume, cover letter and 3 references. Work Hours STANDARD 8-5 Description of End Date This is a limited term position funded until 09/30/2025 with possible extension contingent upon funding renewal. Website impartalliance.msu.edu Remote Work Statement MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon. The Bidding Eligibility ends on 08/27/2024 at 11:55 PM
Advertised: Aug 21, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Nov 26, 2024 Eastern Standard Time