Executive Assistant to Deputy General Counsel CSU-Pueblo

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: almost 2 years ago

Location: Pueblo, COLORADO

Deadline: 24 May 2022

Posting Details
Posting Detail Information

Working Title	Executive Assistant to Deputy General Counsel CSU-Pueblo
Position Location	Pueblo, CO 81001
Classification Title	Admin Assistant III
Posting Number	202200234P
Position Type	State Classified
Open Date	05/13/2022
Close Date	05/24/2022
Salary	$3,334 - $4, 834 monthly + FULL BENEFIT OFFERINGS
Employee Benefits	Colorado State University (CSU) and the State of Colorado are committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time classified employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ and https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/ .
Full/Part Time	Full-time
State Classified Hourly	No
Overtime Eligible
Description of Work Unit	Under Colorado law, the Board of Governors of the Colorado State University System (Board) exercises supervision and control over the Colorado State University System (System). The System is a body corporate of the State of Colorado and is composed of the following institutions: Colorado State University, Colorado State University – Pueblo, and Colorado State University – Global Campus. The Board has such powers, rights and privileges as are granted to it under Colorado law. The Board supports the institutions in their development as separate and distinct institutions through planning and resource development, and maintains each institution’s flexibility to address challenges and opportunities that arise as the institutions seek to fulfill their statutory missions. The Office of General Counsel (OGC) protects and serves the legal interests of the Board, the System and its institutions. The OGC is comprised of three offices: the System office in Denver, Colorado; the CSU campus office in Fort Collins, Colorado; and the CSU-Pueblo campus office in Pueblo, Colorado. The lawyers employed in the OGC represent and provide legal services to the Board, the System and its institutions and organizations. The attorneys advise campus leadership and administrators in areas of higher education law, including litigation, transactional and other matters, based upon areas of expertise and practice. The attorneys also participate in general legal work handled by the Office of General Counsel. Each attorney is designated as a Special Attorney General for the purposes of representing the Board, the System and its institutions.
Position Summary	The Executive Assistant to the Deputy General Counsel at Colorado State University-Pueblo performs highly complex and responsible administrative and collaborative tasks within the daily operations of the General Counsel Office. Functions independently and provides organization and oversight of legal projects. Initiates and develops processes for efficient management of the office. Works in a fast pace environment with highly confidential matters and demanding multitasking. Uses independent judgment to manage office work flow and ensure compliance. Communicates with campus administration, faculty and constituents along with CSU System personnel.
Minimum Qualifications	Three years (full-time equivalent to 40 hours/week) of administrative support experience as an executive assistant for senior administrators. Be sure to outline how you meet the minimum qualifications in the Work Experience section of your application.
Substitutions	NA
Preferred Qualifications	The ideal candidate will be a dedicated, insightful professional with good judgment, empathy, patience, flexibility, positive outlook, attention to detail, and commitment to working as part of a team. Additional preferred qualifications are as follows: A completed college degree Five or more years of experience as an executive assistant for senior administrators in a corporate, non-profit, higher education, or legal environment Experience providing executive-level administrative support including an effective methodology for tracking and prioritizing action items, monitoring the progression of key projects, and managing complex scheduling needs Experience in a position that required working with and maintaining highly confidential information Proficiency using a variety of current MS Office software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook as well as Office365/SharePoint, Adobe, file-sharing software, and basic computer system knowledge Demonstrated interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the ability to maintain composure and a professional demeanor, encouraging collaboration with key stakeholders (e.g. faculty, administrators, peer institutions, etc.) Demonstrated professional written communication skills and experience providing proofreading Strong customer service skills including the ability to maintain positive interactions with administration, faculty, staff, and students Ability to maintain flexibility and re-focus attention and efforts when priorities or deadlines change Demonstrated ability to work independently and be self-motivated, taking initiative on projects/assignments with minimal supervision Demonstrated strong organizational skills and proven ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while paying critical attention to detail Demonstrated critical thinking skills in areas of process development and problem-solving Related state service experience

Essential Job Duties

Job Duty Category	Project Oversight
Duty/Responsibility	• Specifies and tracks critical office deadlines • Acts as a liaison with other internal work units • Provides initial review of incoming work flow and advises Deputy General Counsel of matters of priority • Develops special projects to manage the effectiveness and efficiency of services provided by OGC that are essential to operations and organizational development • Maintains policy library and assists in policy review including communicating with campus departments regarding policies that need review and edits. • Manages the policy process work flow to assure steps are taken to insure policy development meets best practices and is consistent across the campus
Percentage Of Time	60

Job Duty Category	Communication and Research
Duty/Responsibility	• Communicates processes and policies of the General Counsel office to campus personnel and students • Creates documents by researching, composing, formatting, and proofing • Updates and maintains the OGC section of Colorado State University – Pueblo website
Percentage Of Time	20

Job Duty Category	Administrative
Duty/Responsibility	• Manages office inventory by monitoring and purchasing according to established procedures • Manages scheduling of meetings, appointments and travel, and processes expense reimbursements
Percentage Of Time	20

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants	APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION Clearly document job duties you have performed that relate to minimum qualifications, preferred qualifications, and essential job duties in the *Work Experience* section on the application. Human Resources must be able to evaluate your experience based on this information. Clearly outline dates of employment and hours worked per week for each employment experience listed in the Work Experience section of the Application so that Human Resources can calculate full-time work experience. Please note: Part-time experience will be calculated to determine the full-time equivalent. The *Work Experience is the only document that will be utilized to determine if minimum qualifications, as outlined in the job posting, have been met. The Application is considered to be the legal document on file; resumes will not be reviewed for minimum qualification requirements.* INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS If an Application is considered “Incomplete”, the Application will be removed from consideration for the position. An Application is incomplete if no current/ previous employment is included in the *Work Experience* section of the Application. An Application is incomplete if “see resume” (or something similar) is noted, or previous employment does not contain job duties for every position in the *Work Experience* section of the Application. Positions requiring a degree or if using education as a substitution for work experience (e.g.: Associate or Bachelor’s) transcripts are required in order to verify receipt of the required degree or coursework. If official or unofficial transcripts are not supplied at the time of application, the Application is incomplete. RESUMES When a resume is listed as a required document, it may be used in the comparative analysis/ evaluation process to determine the candidates that most closely meet the qualifications of the position. This process occurs after an application has passed the minimum qualifications screening. Resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed application; however, some positions may still require a resume as a component for complete application materials. Please see the *Required Documents* section of the posting. NOTES Appointment to the vacancy or vacancies represented by this announcement is expected to be from the eligible list created. However, at the discretion of the appointing authority, the position(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid articulated business reason. The selection process for State Classified positions may include an exam(s) and interview(s) which require candidates to physically appear (at the CSU campus in Fort Collins, CO) at the candidates’ own expense. All status updates for this position will be sent via email from [email protected] , OR the Employment Consultant facilitating the search process. In addition to your Inbox, remember to check the Deleted and Junk folders for these important communications. Pertinent updates to your Application status can be obtained by logging into your application account at https://jobs.colostate.edu Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at Colorado State University The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. Colorado State University is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our Human Resources – Employment Office, at [email protected] or call (970) 491- MyHR(6947). DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION Please check the Help link online at https://jobs.colostate.edu/help/ for assistance on your application or for answers to Frequently Asked Questions. All other inquiries should be directed to the Colorado State University Human Resources Office (970) 491- MyHR(6947).
Conditions of Employment	Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
EEO Statement	Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services. The Title IX Coordinator is the Executive Director of the Office of Support and Safety Assessment, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523 -2026, (970) 491-7407. The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Associate Vice President for Human Capital, Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836.
Background Check Policy Statement	Colorado State University (CSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
Employment and Appeal Rights	If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures are available at www.colorado.gov/spb . A standard appeal form is available at: www.colorado.gov/spb . If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.