Posting Details

Employment Opportunity

Job TitleAcademic Administrative Assistant for the Johnson Center for Creative Teaching and Learning (JCCTL), and the Office of Student Scholarly Engagement (OSSE)/ Provost’s OfficeDepartmentProvost's OfficePosition Summary

Gettysburg College is seeking a full-time Academic Administrative Assistant to perform program support and clerical services for the Johnson Center for Creative Teaching and Learning (JCCTL), and the Office of Student Scholarly Engagement (OSSE)/Provost’s Office. Specifically, responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: serves as the purchasing agent and provides budgetary support for both areas; prepares and maintains detailed accounting records; schedules and arranges committee meetings and events; manages grants to faculty (JCCTL) and students and faculty (OSSE), including record keeping, communication with applicants, and payments/reimbursements; handles advertising and shares information, both printed and electronic, in a timely manner; posts various announcements on the Faculty Digest, the JCCTL and OSSE websites, and other online venues as appropriate; and provides scheduling and logistical support for a number of events sponsored by both areas

Qualifications

High school education or equivalent required. A minimum of three years’ experience in administrative services or comparable business education required. Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite required; experience with managing the logistics of events; general accounting and website maintenance experience are required as well. Familiarity with the work environment of higher education a plus. The successful candidate will have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; prioritize and organize daily responsibilities and longer-term projects; accurately handle a variety of tasks simultaneously; successfully meet deadlines; learn new software applications; have professional and supportive interactions with students and faculty in a diverse environment; handle confidential information in the appropriate manner; work in a fast-paced environment; think and react appropriately to a variety of circumstances; pay attention to detail and maintain accuracy; work independently when needed; and have excellent problem-solving skills. Occasionally may need to work weekend hours and overtime. Gettysburg College seeks candidates who have the communication skills and cross-cultural abilities to maximize their effectiveness with diverse groups of students, colleagues, and community members.

Special Instructions Summary

Application materials must be received by October 18, 2019.

Hourly rate: $15.25 – $15.75 per hour, negotiable depending on experience.

Posting Number20100595AEEO Statement

Gettysburg College, an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal, state, local laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and admission. The College prohibits discrimination and harassment, and provides equal opportunity without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital/familial status, possession of a General Education Development Certificate (GED) as compared to a high school diploma, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex, age, or genetic information in all aspects of employment, educational programs, activities, and admissions. Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, Gettysburg College prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex (i.e., which includes but is not limited to the prohibition of sexual misconduct and relationship violence, including sexual assault and harassment) in all of its educational programs and activities.

Posting Specific Questions

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1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   • CareerLink
   • Craigslist
   • CASE (Council for Advancement & Support of Education)
   • Consortium for Faculty Diversity
   • Diverseeducation.com
   • Frederick News Post – Local Newspaper
   • Gettysburg College Digest
   • Gettysburg College Website
   • Gettysburg Times – Local Newspaper
   • Hanover Evening Sun – Local Newspaper
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Hispanicoutlook.com
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • Indeed.com
   • LGBT in Higher Ed Website
   • LinkedIn
   • Merchandiser – Local Newspaper
   • Monster Jobs (monster.com)
   • Patriot News – Local Newspaper
   • Referral from Gettysburg College staff, faculty, friend or family member
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • Women in Higher Ed Website
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2. If you noted "Other website or Listserv" or "Other source" above, please let us know specifically where you heard about this employment vacancy.

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Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

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