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Arizona State University

Exec Asst to Dean

Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona, us, 85285


Job Description

The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is seeking an Executive Assistant to Dean who will coordinate and manage administrative functions under general direction for the Dean of Humanities. The successful candidate will manage the dean's calendar, coordinate travel and serve as a liaison to various administrative offices at the University.

This is an in-person position located on ASU's Tempe Campus that may provide limited opportunities for remote work of up to 2 days a week. Dean or vice president-level approval is required.

Working Environment

Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting.Subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse.Required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work.Occasional bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds.Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities.Communicate to perform essential duties.Background Check Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business, education or related field and five (5) years of related work experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Department Statement

The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (The College) is the largest college at ASU and is organized in a divisional structure comprised of Humanities, Natural Sciences, and Social Sciences. The atmosphere is collegial, priorities are fluid and demands for assistance come from many directions. This position provides an opportunity to exercise initiative, work with very diverse populations and enhance leadership skills.The College offers the greatest choice and diversity of studies of any school at Arizona State University, the largest public university in the United States. In addition to top academic programs, award-winning faculty, and state-of-the-art lab and research facilities, The College offers unique opportunities to explore a vast spectrum of academic disciplines - from science and math to languages and philosophy - that few other colleges and universities can provide. The College has 90+ undergraduate majors and 140+ graduate degrees housed in 23 interdisciplinary schools and departments. The College is redefining liberal arts and sciences education for the 21st century.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in supporting a high-level administrator in higher education that includes calendaring and scheduling meetings.Evidence of effective communication skills.Experience in taking initiative, strong organizational skills and attention to detail.Experience in anticipating problems and resolving them.Experience in managing multiple high-priority projects in a fast-faced environment requiring considerable coordination and follow through.Demonstrated knowledge of academic policies and procedures.Computer software experience, including Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, Canva, and Adobe).Experience in dealing with confidential and sensitive information.Experience with a strong emphasis in the Humanities.Experience with academic personnel procedures such as the creation of templates and promotion and tenure documentation editing.ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

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Essential Duties

Manage Executive Calendar:

Oversee and maintain the dean's calendar, coordinating schedules to ensure efficient time management and prioritization of key meetings and events.Coordinate Travel and Expenses : Arrange all travel logistics for the dean, including transportation and accommodation. Prepare and submit detailed travel expense reports for reimbursement.Prepare Meeting and Event Materials : Compile, organize, and maintain background materials and pertinent documents for meetings, events, and travel, ensuring follow-up items are tracked and completed.Serve as Liaison : Act as a primary point of contact between The College and various university offices, including the President's and Provost's offices, fostering effective communication and collaboration.Guide Staff on Policies:

Provide guidance to unit staff on college policies and procedures, promoting adherence and consistency across departments.Organize Special Events : Coordinate or assist in planning special events for the dean, including arranging equipment, catering, sending invitations, and managing RSVPs.Compose Official Correspondence:

Independently draft correspondence on behalf of the dean, ensuring communications are accurate, professional, and reflect an understanding of relevant issues.Process Financial Forms:

Handle financial documentation, including processing business forms for reimbursements, purchases, and other financial transactions on behalf of the dean.Lead Special Projects:

Oversee or contribute to special assignments and projects as directed by the dean or Assistant Director of Administrative Support Operations.Participate in Advisory Board : Serve on The College Administrative Cohort Advisory Board. Provide leadership on event programming and promotional coordination. Perform other cohort duties as assigned.Provide Office Support : Offer backup assistance to other office staff to maintain seamless operations during peak times or staff absences.

Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

What is the meaning of "equivalent combination" in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor's degree is equal to four years of experience.