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Staff Assistant III Jobs in Logan, UT at Utah State University
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Overview:
The Staff Assistant III for the Janet Quinney Lawson Institute for Land, Water, and Air (ILWA) provides office support to the Institute and serves as the main administrative assistance for the Executive Director. ILWA connects high quality research from USU in land, water, and air with policy and decision-makers in the state of Utah. The role of staff assistant will require a highly professional level of service to facilitate the functions and relationships of the Institute with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
Maintain calendar and schedule for Executive Director and ILWA events
Office administrative support such as travel arrangements, office supply purchases and documentation, business support, and other clerical duties
Event planning and support, including conferences, summits, forums, report releases, etc.
Assist Program Coordinator with external and internal committee meetings, record keeping, and technical support
Effective and professional email and phone communications
Document generation, editing, and dissemination
Collaboration with other team members, USU departments, administration, students, staff, and faculty on ILWA operations
Other duties as assigned related to ILWA operations
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Four years of experience; or an associate degree/technical training plus two years of experience; or a bachelor’s degree is required.
Familiarity with relevant software and tools used in research, data management, and communication.
Skilled with computer programs and related software.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Excellent critical thinking skills.
Skilled in creative problem solving.
Skilled with basic office equipment, including printers, copiers, and telephone systems.
Good organizational 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.
Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop and execute innovative research initiatives.
Proficiency in project management, including the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage resources effectively.
Ability to build and maintain productive relationships with diverse stakeholders, including faculty, staff, students, donors, government agencies, and community partners.
Excellent presentation and public speaking skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex scientific concepts to non-technical audiences.
Exceptional organizational and planning skills, with keen attention to detail.
Proficiency in data analysis and evaluation methodologies to measure program impact and outcomes.
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”
Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application
**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience, 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:
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Title: Staff Assistant III
Company: Utah State University
Location: Logan, UT
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