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Job Summary
Responsibilities
Provides high-level confidential executive support for the Associate Deans including, but not limited to, calendaring, preparing documents in Microsoft or Google suites, and performing data analysis.
Provides administrative support to multiple Deputy Deans; duties include, but are not limited to, scheduling meetings and preparing documents in Microsoft or Google suites.
Provides confidential and high-level administrative support for the Director of Academic Affairs and Chief of Staff; including but not limited to preparing documents and slideshows for divisional use, researching topics related to academic affairs, and academic affairs record keeping.
Provides support for, and tracks, ad hoc projects for Director of Academic Affairs and Chief of Staff, Associate Deans, and Deputy Deans.
Organizes small to large events and meetings for the Dean, including planning and on-site logistics, drafting event invites, and tracking RSVP's. Orders catering and coordinates set-up needs with building support staff.
Assists with financial duties, such as processing reimbursements, cost transfers, costing allocations, tuition allocation, expense reconciliation, paying invoices, and depositing checks.
Provides excellent service as the front desk manager for the Dean’s Office by greeting and assisting guests and answering main phone line. Independently manages issues and questions that arise for Dean’s Office employees and guests in day-to-day operations.
Creates and implements process improvements for general office management, including the development of operational manuals.
Maintains an accounting of all office supplies and proactively places orders for new supplies as needed. Maintains numerous office machines, services, and spaces; receives and distributes mail.
Creates, organizes, and maintains directories and spreadsheets to enable streamlined communications from the Dean’s Office to relevant constituents and manage email lists.
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.
Prepares special reports and summaries, assists in managing daily operation of the office, and may assist in developing administrative goals and policies. Maintains the leader's calendar.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).---
Work Experience:
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Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Associate’s Degree.
Experience:
Experience in an academic environment.
Experience providing administrative support.
Knowledge of GEMS, e-Payments, Buysite, and Microsoft Outlook.
Technical Skills or Knowledge:
Strong and broad computer skills.
Content editing skills.
Preferred Competencies
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong customer service skills and ability to interact with and serve a diverse population with tact, courtesy, clarity, and diplomacy.
Handle sensitive and confidential situations and information with absolute discretion.
Maintain calm and courteous demeanor and to work productively despite heavy workload, competing priorities, complex problems, and tight deadlines.
Use appropriate resources to resolve an issue.
Follow an issue through to resolution.
Work independently.
Working Conditions
Due to the nature of the job, minimal remote work opportunities will be available.
Some non-standard hours and travel to off-campus locations may be required.
Application Documents
Resume/CV (required)
Cover Letter (preferred)
References (preferred)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Role Impact
FLSA Status
Pay Frequency
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Benefits Eligible
Drug Test Required
Health Screen Required
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
Posting Statement
Employees must comply with the University’s COVID-19 vaccination requirements. More information about the requirements can be found on the University of Chicago Vaccination GoForward .
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.
We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.
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