Administrative Coordinator and Assistant to the Director
The School of Music is seeking a full-time Administrative Coordinator and Assistant to the Director. This position performs administrative and academic support in the School of Music requiring a high degree of discretion and independent judgment. This position serves as departmental liaison and primary contact for issues concerning faculty, staM, students, alumni, and constituents.
Key Responsibilities:
- Make decisions and exercise a high level of autonomy while typically performing administrative support/management responsibilities for Director of the School of Music, including managing schedules and correspondence.
- Plan and execute specialized events within the School of Music. (donuts with director, emeritus lunches, faculty searches)
- Assist Director in coordination of faculty/staff monthly meetings, committee meetings, and executive leadership meetings.
- Coordinate faculty reviews, including promotion and tenure and contract renewals.
- Create concert programs for School of Music events, in collaboration with the Music Library and School of Music faculty.
- Provide strategic assistance and implementation of School of Music goals under the direction of Director and Performing Arts Administrator.
- Inform faculty, staff, and students of important departmental and university-wide events, deadlines, and policies through email communication.
- Manage content on the School of Music website and callboard.
For a full job description or questions about this position, please send an email to kellie-kucera@uiowa.edu.
Education Required:
- Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and administrative work experience is required.
Required Qualifications:
- Some (6 months to 1 year) administrative experience is required.
- Must be proficient in the use of software applications such as Microsoft Office.
- Knowledge of and ability to utilize tools, techniques, and processes for gathering and reporting data is required.
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge and application of oral and written communication skills.
Desired Qualifications:
- Knowledge of university policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Administrative experience in a higher education setting.
- Knowledge of and/or interest in music and the performing arts.
Position and Application Details
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission.
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. Please note that this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship in the United States.
For additional questions, please contact: kellie-kucera@uiowa.edu
Benefits Highlights:
Regular salaried position. Pay Level 2B. 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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The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
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