Program Assistant I

Program Assistant I

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Logo Institution South Dakota State University Working Title Program Assistant I Posting Number CSA02006P Department SDSU-Undergraduate Nursing Physical Location of Position (City) Rapid City Posting Text

This position is located in Rapid City, South Dakota

South Dakota State University's College of Nursing (CON) is currently seeking a Program Assistant I to join our Rapid City, South Dakota team. As the state's nursing education leader, CON strives for excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, research, scholarship and health services to diverse individuals, communities and populations across the life span. The college improves human health and quality of life for people in the state of South Dakota, the region, the nation and the world. We are looking for self-motivated, organized and people-centered professional to fill this important support role.

Job Responsibilities: Serves as a Program Assistant to Nursing Student Services and the Native American Nursing Education Center (NANEC) in Rapid City while collaborating with Nursing Student Services staff on four campuses and multiple programs. Assists the Rapid City Nursing Student Services/NANEC staff. Provides assistance and facilitates communication to undergraduate students as they progress through the program and maintains computerized database and departmental files. Ensures the efficient operation of the SDSU Rapid City Nursing Student Services/NANEC so that the office's maximum positive impact on each SDSU pre-nursing and nursing student is realized. Collaborates in managing events, producing awards, student applications to the major, student progression, student graduation and licensing procedures and other aspects of the Nursing Student Services workflow.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Computer software and systems (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel)

• University CON processes and procedures or ability to learn.

• Database management

• Event coordination

• Customer service practices

Skill & Ability to:

• Demonstrated strong communication skills both written and verbal.

• Prioritize work to meet competing deadlines.

• Ability and desire to find information not readily available.

• Analyze and create reports from various sources of information.

• Make independent decisions using critical thinking and problem solving.

• Develop effective relationships with internal and external customers.

Comments: South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the university to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to the university's Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.

Benefits: South Dakota State University offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee, spouse, and dependents; life insurance; long-term disability insurance; paid holidays; educational assistance; retirement plans; and a generous vacation accrual and sick day allowance.

Application Procedures: South Dakota State University accepts applications through an online employment site; to apply, visit https://YourFuture.sdbor.edu. [SE8724; 11041]

Posting Date 04/18/2024 Closing Date 05/02/2024 Open Until Filled No First Consideration Date Advertised Salary $20.04 - $22.55/hour, depending upon qualifications, plus benefits Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Work Hours

8am-5pm

Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search This position requires No Requirement If other, please indicate Department Description and Cultural Expectations

South Dakota State University is the state's largest, most comprehensive university with more than 200 academic programs, an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students, and over $60 million annual research expenditures.

South Dakota State University offers a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusion and access through inspired, student-centered education, creative activities and research, innovation and engagement that improve the quality of life in South Dakota, the region, the nation and the world. Its employees embrace the university's core values of being people-centered, expanding knowledge through creativity, embracing organizational and personal integrity, commitment to diversity of thought, and excellence through continuous improvement.

As the state's 1862 Morrill Act land-grant institution, the work of the university is carried out on its main resident campus in Brookings, at sites in Sioux Falls, Pierre, Rapid City, Aberdeen and through Extension offices and Agricultural Experiment Station research sites across South Dakota.

SDSU was recognized as one of 54 institutions in the United States as an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities in 2014. The university's total research expenditures are greater than $60 million. SDSU is the state's first High Research Activity institution as classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.

Jackrabbits Athletics competes as a NCAA Division I member, with membership in the Missouri Valley Football Conference, the Summit League and the Big XII for wrestling.

Brookings is home to approximately 24,000 residents and is located 60 miles north of Sioux Falls and 200 miles west of Minneapolis. Livability.com rates Brookings as an ideal community for families, students, young professionals and retirees. It considers Brookings among the safest and most vibrant cities in South Dakota.

The Brookings Public School District educates approximately 3,300 K-12 students and ranks among the state's highest academic achieving school districts. The district includes three elementary schools, an intermediate school for fourth and fifth grade, one middle school and a high school.

The city also boasts an abundance of attractions and activities, including the Children's Museum of South Dakota, Dakota Nature Park, South Dakota Art Museum, McCrory Gardens, South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum, Outdoor Adventure Center and the Brookings Summer Arts Festival.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of, sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran's status, or any other status that may become protected in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.

Contact Information

For additional information regarding this position or questions about the online application process, please contact SDSU Human Resources at 605-688-4128.

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Documents Needed to Apply

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• Resume

• Cover Letter

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