PT Administrative Assistant

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What you'll do and what you'll bring:

Position Function: Provide administrative support to the faculty member in accomplishing their teaching, scholarly, and service goals by providing technological, research, editorial, and administrative support using technologies related to visual impairment.

Minimum Education: Associate's degree or an additional two years of related experience will be accepted in lieu of an associate's degree.

Minimum Experience: One year of related experience.

Minimum Other: Familiarity with and/or willingness to learn current and emergent technologies related to visual impairment, possess a strong command of the English language and use of APA style grammar guidelines, and the ability to effectively utilize Microsoft Office applications.

Must be able to follow directions, problem solve, manage time effectively, prioritize activities based on deadlines, accept feedback, work independently, adjust to change, and multi-task.

Authorization to work in the US Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.

Preferred Experience: Familiarity with specialized equipment and technology, such as:
Duxbury Braille Translator software
BrailleNote Touch Plus
Swell Form Graphics Machine

Preferred Other: Familiarity with and/or willingness to learn current and emergent technologies related to visual impairment, possess a strong command of the English language and use of APA style grammar guidelines, and the ability to effectively utilize Microsoft Office applications.

Must be able to follow directions, problem solve, manage time effectively, prioritize activities based on deadlines, accept feedback, work independently, adjust to change, and multi-task.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist with the submission of assignment grading, provide administrative support with the development of course curricula, and complete tasks in Canvas.
• Scan and transfer documents into accessible formats for the faculty member to review.
• Coordinate and assist with the preparation of e-mails, documents, grants, reports, fliers, presentations, and publications. Edit and proofread documents.
• Assist with research projects; coordinate, organize, prepare documents, and perform related tasks.
• Coordinate and support meeting and conference participation; schedule, transcribe, prepare media technology, and assist with activities.
• Oversee the maintenance of documents and files.
• Navigate, search, and download articles from library databases; on behalf of the faculty member submit files to conference and manuscript portals.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

How to apply:

For inquiries about this opportunity, please contact:

Hiring Manager: Erik Ippel
Search Committee: Dr. Evie Simmons-Reed

In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experience align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please select one of our enduring values and describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to that value in your professional endeavors.

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1. Resume
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