Wake Forest Fellow

Wake Forest University
United States, North Carolina, Winston Salem
Jan 06, 2025
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Cover letter required for all positions and optional for facilities, campus services, and hospitality positions unless otherwise specified. Job Description Summary Works on a broad spectrum of initiatives and special projects. Assists in communication and interaction with various internal and external constituencies. Serves as a liaison to other university offices as needed for specific projects. Is a member of the Wake Forest Fellows' Program; attends monthly professional development and mentoring sessions with Mentor to develop job and profession related skills pertinent to leadership. Wake Forest Fellows opportunities are in the Office of the President, Office of the Dean of the College, Office of the Provost, School of Business, Office of Campus Life, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, Information Systems, Z. Smith Reynolds Library, and Wake Downtown. Please Note: Letters of Recommendation should be sent directly to wakejobs@wfu.edu by the recommender. Job Description Essential Functions: Creates and implements departmental opportunities to engage with students, staff, and others within the Wake Forest University community. Researches and analyzes issues in higher education and advises leadership as needed. Collaborates with senior administrators and various other offices and constituents to coordinate special projects. Assists in communication and interaction with various external constituencies, including but not limited to attendance at meetings, written correspondence, participation at special events, etc. Researches and drafts letters and correspondence, speeches and remarks, presentations, and other written materials as needed. Researches, analyzes, and studies information affecting special projects, programs, and assignments. Presents information as appropriate. Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with relevant work or internship experience. Must be a member of the Wake Forest University undergraduate graduating class for the most recent/current academic year. Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Skill in prioritizing workflow and managing resources. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Proficiency in technical and computer skills including MS Office; Word, Excel, database management, the Internet and other relevant software, plus operation of standard office equipment. Ability to research, assemble, and analyze data, compile information, and prepare reports. Ability to manage and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and demonstrate sound judgment and discretion. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Detail oriented in coordinating activities and completing assignments. Ability to work occasional evening and weekend hours as needed. Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Experience in Google Sites development, design, and maintenance. Accountabilities: Responsible for own work only. Disclaimer:** This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by the employee's supervisor. To help provide a safe learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final candidates being considered for employment. Wake Forest seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce and encourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply. Wake Forest University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in employment for individuals with disabilities. Additional Job Description Time Type Requirement Full time Note to Applicant: This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor. In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment. WakeForestseeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce while promoting an inclusive work environment committed to excellence in the spirit of Pro Humanitate.In adherence with applicable laws and as provided by University policies, the University prohibits discrimination in its employment practices on thebasis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and veteran statusandencourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply.