Academic Support

Education Requirement

• A Bachelor’s degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.  

Required Qualifications

• Related administrative experience (typically six months to one year) supporting the daily operations of an office or program including serving as a liaison, and event planning and coordination is required. 
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to effectively transmit, receive and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through appropriate communication methods and behaviors at a working proficiency level is required. 
• Working proficiency in the use of computer software applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, web content management, and database software is required. 
• Demonstrated working proficiency in the ability to work with variety of individuals and groups in a constructive manner while appreciating the unique contribution of diverse individuals (i.e. individuals from varied cultures, race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, and veteran status) is required. 
• The ability to occasionally assist with meetings and events outside of normal working hours is required. 

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with graduate student program recruitment, admission, enrollment, orientation and liaison is highly desirable. 
• Demonstrated ability to adjust and develop self to prepare for new or changing assignments, processes, people or priorities as organizational needs dictate at a working proficiency level is desirable. 
• Working knowledge and proficiency with social media platforms is desirable. 
• Knowledge of University of Iowa policies, procedures, systems and regulations including pCard purchases policies and Pro-Trav trip requests is desirable. 

Application Details

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background and credential check. 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

For questions, contact Alex Schutman at Alex-Schutman@uiowa.edu

Benefits Highlights

• Regular salaried position. Located in Iowa City, Iowa.
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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