Program Assistant

Title:

107M-YN - Program Assistant

Business Title:

Program Assistant

Location:

Employee Type:

Classified

Job Family:

Civil Service - OT Eligible

Position Details:

COVID-19 Vaccine Information:

In accordance with Washington State Governor's Proclamation 21.14.2, as a condition of employment, you must be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical/religious accommodation by time of hire. People are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after receiving their last shot in a vaccine series. Vaccine or an approved accommodation will be verified prior to your first day of work. Should you not be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical/religious accommodation you will not be able to start employment with WSU. Information regarding vaccine verification and/or requesting a medical/religious information is available at https://hrs.wsu.edu/covid-19/vax-verification/. Please contact HRS at [email protected] or 509-335-4521 if you have questions.

Summary of Duties:

The Program Assistant position serves as the digital media assistant and provide graduate program assistance for the English department. This position performs a variety of complex clerical, reception, and secretarial duties in support of the department. Responsibilities include: create and maintain databases, coordinate department website and social media presence and assist with the program development updates from the Director of Graduate studies. The Program Assistant will assist with special events, prepare correspondence, and update websites.

Required Qualifications:

• High school graduation or equivalent AND two years of full-time clerical experience OR equivalent education/experience.

• Proficiency using Microsoft Office applications, including demonstrated experience with databases and/or spreadsheets. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, including attention to detail. 

• Experience that demonstrates the ability to work with a diverse student population and knowledge of multicultural issues. 

• Experience working in higher education or related office setting.

Additional Information:

Area/College:

College of Arts and Sciences

Department Name:

English

City, State, Zip:

Pullman, WA 99164

Department Link:

english.wsu.edu/

Monthly Salary:

$2,799.00
 

FTE:

50%

Permanent/Temporary/Project:

Permanent
Posting Close Date:

Applicants must submit their completed application by November 3, 2021 at 11:59 p.m.
Background Check:

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check.

Application Instructions:

Applicants must attach the following documents to their online application: 1) resume and 2) cover letter. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements. Applicants are required to include contact information for professional references within the application.

Required Documents:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

Time Type:

Part time

Position Term:

12 Month

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [email protected] .

Title:

107M-YN - Program Assistant

Business Title:

Program Assistant

Location:

Employee Type:

Classified

Job Family:

Civil Service - OT Eligible

Position Details:

COVID-19 Vaccine Information:

In accordance with Washington State Governor's Proclamation 21.14.2, as a condition of employment, you must be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical/religious accommodation by time of hire. People are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after receiving their last shot in a vaccine series. Vaccine or an approved accommodation will be verified prior to your first day of work. Should you not be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical/religious accommodation you will not be able to start employment with WSU. Information regarding vaccine verification and/or requesting a medical/religious information is available at https://hrs.wsu.edu/covid-19/vax-verification/. Please contact HRS at [email protected] or 509-335-4521 if you have questions.

Summary of Duties:

The Program Assistant position serves as the digital media assistant and provide graduate program assistance for the English department. This position performs a variety of complex clerical, reception, and secretarial duties in support of the department. Responsibilities include: create and maintain databases, coordinate department website and social media presence and assist with the program development updates from the Director of Graduate studies. The Program Assistant will assist with special events, prepare correspondence, and update websites.

Required Qualifications:

• High school graduation or equivalent AND two years of full-time clerical experience OR equivalent education/experience.

• Proficiency using Microsoft Office applications, including demonstrated experience with databases and/or spreadsheets. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, including attention to detail. 

• Experience that demonstrates the ability to work with a diverse student population and knowledge of multicultural issues. 

• Experience working in higher education or related office setting.

Additional Information:

Area/College:

College of Arts and Sciences

Department Name:

English

City, State, Zip:

Pullman, WA 99164

Department Link:

english.wsu.edu/

Monthly Salary:

$2,799.00
 

FTE:

50%

Permanent/Temporary/Project:

Permanent
Posting Close Date:

Applicants must submit their completed application by November 3, 2021 at 11:59 p.m.
Background Check:

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check.

Application Instructions:

Applicants must attach the following documents to their online application: 1) resume and 2) cover letter. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements. Applicants are required to include contact information for professional references within the application.

Required Documents:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

Time Type:

Part time

Position Term:

12 Month

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [email protected] .