As our Kasitsna Bay Lab Administrator, you will perform administrative functions in support of the site manager. We will rely on you to greet and assist visiting students, faculty, researchers and the public in a proactive and professional manner. You will use your verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills to assist visitors in-person, by phone and email correspondence. Duties include completing the purchasing and inventory of supplies for the station while adhering to fiscal and purchasing polies, rules and regulations. Additionally, the ideal candidate also has record keeping skills to accurately report visitor use of lab facilities for billing and the willingness to assist with routine facility up-keep and maintenance.
CFOS is one of the most geographically diverse units at UAF. The College is headquartered in Fairbanks with additional locations in Anchorage and our costal facilities include the Seward Marine Center, the NOAA-UAF Kasitsna Bay Laboratory, and the Juneau Lena Point Fisheries Facility. The College has over 150 faculty, researchers and staff based throughout Alaska.
To thrive in the role, you must have the ability to work within a team and independently. The position requires excellent communication, organization, problem-solving and customer service skills. Join our team of professionals to provide administrative support for exciting education and research in marine and coastal ecosystems.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school graduate and two years office/administrative experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. The ability to lift up to 30 pounds. A valid driver's license and clean driving record in compliance with UA Safe Driving criteria is required. Small boat handling and marine safety skills/experience is a plus (not required).
Position Details:
This position is located at the Kasitsna Bay Laboratory , it is a part-time, 12-month, term-funded, non-exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package . UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA staff salary schedule , Grade 76, based on education and experience.
Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information for three (3) professional references with your application.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified. Review of application materials will begin immediately. Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient and viable number of qualified candidates have been identified.
*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.
This position is a term-funded position and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion.
The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.
UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination .
The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Laura Frisone, College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences HR Coordinator, at [email protected] or 907-474-7383.
Advertised:22 Jan 2024 Alaskan Standard Time
Applications close:Open until filled