Administrative Specialist CL2 - Occupational Therapy

The University of Southern Maine's Department of Occupational Therapy is hiring an Administrative Specialist for our Lewiston-Auburn Campus. We are seeking a person who likes working directly with faculty, staff, and students and who is student focused every day, reflecting our values of Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity, and Responsiveness. The Occupational Therapy program takes an integrative and holistic approach in educating students to become Occupational Therapists. Graduates of this program will be prepared to succeed in the health and community care contexts as ethical, socially responsible, life-long learners. We seek an energetic and organized individual to support this program and its dedicated students. In addition to supporting the Occupational Therapy program the Administrative Specialist will provide secondary support to other College of Science, Technology, and Health academic unit as needed. This position pays $18.86/hour (non-negotiable) for a new hire or the appropriate transfer rate for a current employee with the University of Maine System. This is a full-time position located on our Lewiston-Auburn Campus. The ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, and work independently and in a team environment while maintaining attention to detail are essential. The successful candidate will be well-organized and possess excellent written, phone and verbal communication skills. The position utilizes various data systems and web platforms and requires someone with the ability to navigate such systems. This position provides a terrific opportunity to pursue a bachelor's or advanced degree through the university's generous tuition waiver benefit. The University of Southern Maine provides highly competitive benefits that include eligibility on the first day of hire, generous paid time off (13 paid holidays plus earned vacation and sick time); health, dental and vision insurance; life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; a tuition waiver program for employees and tuition discounts for spouses and eligible dependents; a 403(b)-retirement plan with 10% employer contribution; and more. To learn more, please review the ACSUM Benefits Information Summary. The University of Southern Maine is a vibrant academic community located in the greater Portland, Maine area, including campuses in Portland, Gorham, Lewiston, and online. USM is part of the University of Maine System and offers a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs, emphasizing hands-on learning, community engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration. With a highly engaged student-centered learning environment, USM is a steward of higher education, helping drive the economic, cultural, and civic life in the communities where our campuses are located and beyond. USM is committed to providing expanded access to high-quality education that elevates economic opportunity and contributes significantly to the vitality of a diverse society. To learn more about USM, visit About Our University. The University of Southern Maine embraces an inclusive campus community that values the expression of differences in ways that promote excellence in teaching, learning, personal development, and institutional success. The Office of Equity, Inclusion and Community Impact supports USM's DEIA- and Community Impact-focused departments, committees, groups, projects, training, and events. USM encourages women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds to apply. We are dedicated to our Service Promise, Student Focused Every Day and seek a team member who embraces this commitment and upholds our core values of Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity, and Responsiveness. Required Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) or international degree equivalency One year of administrative support experience Demonstrated computer proficiency To apply, click on the 'Apply Now' or visit our USM Careers Page and submit the following: Cover Letter Resume/Curriculum Vitae Finalist candidates will be asked to provide a list of the names and contact information for references. For full consideration please submit all required materials by December 13, 2024. We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support. Appropriate background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate. 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