Staff Assistant II

Utah State University
$35,000, plus excellent benefits
United States, Utah, Logan
Jan 07, 2025
Staff Assistant II Requisition ID: 2024-8678 # of Openings: 1 Location: US-UT-Logan Category: Other Position Type: Benefited Full-Time Job Classification: Non-Exempt College: College of Science Department: Chemistry & Biochemistry Advertised Salary: $35,000, plus excellent benefits Overview The Chemistry and Biochemistry Department at Utah State University seeks applicants for a Staff Assistant II position. The successful applicant for this position will perform a variety of administrative support and/or secretarial duties. Responsibilities Performs office duties, including answering phones, directing calls to appropriate parties, data entry, filing, appointment scheduling, and other general duties as assigned. Provides administrative support, including scheduling appointments, coordinating meetings/conferences, and maintaining/ordering office supplies. This includes assisting with the Departmental seminar and Hansen Life Sciences Retreat. Greets and directs visitors. Sorts, screens, and distributes incoming and outgoing mail. Composes and word-processes various standard documents, correspondence and reports. Contributes to marketing documents and annual department newsletter Updates and creates web content Provides non-business-related support for departmental programs and projects, including providing support for the summer internship program, managing facilities requests for buildings, and providing support for department sponsored functions. Conducts research, compiles data, and prepares papers for consideration and presentation by executives, committees, and directors. Arranges maintenance of office equipment. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Two years of experience in an office setting or an associate degree/vocational training is required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Skilled with computers and related software. Skilled with Canva, Design, and Illustrator preferred. Skilled with basic office equipment, including printers, copiers, and telephone systems. Good organizational skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential business data and personal information. Ability to work without supervision. Knowledge of University policies and procedures. Excellent customer service skills. Required Documents Along with the online application, please attach: Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV" Name and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application Document size may not exceed 10 MB. Advertised Salary $35,000, plus excellent benefits ADA Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions. University Highlights Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge through research and scholarly activities, providing a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price. USU enrolls 28,900 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah's counties. Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies' long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement. Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university's ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu . updated 01/2025 https://careers-usu.icims.com/jobs/8678/staff-assistant-ii/job?in_iframe=1* Notice of Non-discrimination In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law. 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