Program Assistant

Job Description:

The Program Assistant coordinates and implements events, including several major annual lectures and ceremonies including promoting via departmental print and electronic communications and social media, and provides administrative support to the University Chaplain and the Office of the Chaplains and Religious Life.  This position is responsible for coordinating the front office and reception; providing logistical support for office programs and initiatives; assisting  Program  Coordinator with Workday transactions, reimbursements and funding for student projects and authorized  Chaplains Discretionary Fund disbursement; coordinating University support for memorial tree dedications;  weddings and blessing ceremonies in Manning Chapel, memorial services and bereavement support both regular and occasional.  Managing and resticking of the Bear Market food pantry is also a responsibility of this post and requires occasional collaboration with SAC and student leaders.  This is a 9 month position, working full time during the academic year ( Sept to May)

To be considered, applicants must submit both a cover letter and a resume.  

Job Qualifications:

Education and Experience

• High School diploma to and 3 to 5 years related experience (preferably in an academic environment).  Some college preferred.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, including warmth and patience in working with community members requiring care and guidance in time of grief
• Proficient with standard office application software, word processing, financial spreadsheets, calendaring, and basic website updating required
• Ability to think and act independently, and handle competing priorities, including ability to work effectively with others under crisis-oriented circumstances
• Ability to work with a diverse Brown population.  Professional and/or other personal experience with spirituality and religious life helpful
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends as needed.
• Demonstrated ability to support a community of diverse perspectives and cultures in an inclusive environment.

Background Checks: Criminal and Education Verification

In order to maintain 90% or greater universal vaccination rates on campus, all newly hired employees at Brown University must receive the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine before they begin work unless they are approved for a medical or religious exemption. For more information, please visit the Healthy Brown site.  

Recruiting Start Date:

2021-08-27-07:00

Job Posting Title:

Program Assistant

Department:

Chaplain's Office

Grade:

Grade 6

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

Position Classification:

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact [email protected] .

EEO Statement:

Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.

Brown University is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic global community; as an EEO/AA employer, Brown considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, race, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.