Temporary Graduate Student Services Assistant, Office Of Graduate Education

The Office of Graduate Education (OGE) strives to provide exceptional leadership and service in advocating for excellence and integrity in all graduate programs at the University of Denver. Dedicated to quality, innovation, engagement, integrity, and inclusion, the OGE maintains the highest standards in enrollment management and student services, focused on providing an excellent experience from inquiry to alumni association.

Position Summary

We are looking to fill one temporary, non-benefitted position in the Office of Graduate Education. The job will start as soon as March 1st, 2021. The work schedule is Monday

• Friday, 8am-4:30pm (37.5 hours per week) and will not exceed 1,000 hours in a calendar year. The position is expected to go through June 2021 with a possible extension through August 2021. Note that some evening/weekend hours may be required to assist with OGE events. The duties include a broad range of administrative duties for the Office of Graduate Education with a focus on graduate student services.

The ideal candidate is detail oriented, works well independently, and excels in a fast-paced setting that requires cyclical and recurrent processes.

This is a non-benefitted position not to exceed 1,000 hours in a calendar year.

Essential Functions

While upholding and following university policies and procedures, the following duties are required for this position:

• Complete a thorough review of all documents on file for students who have applied to graduate and prepare a high volume of graduation evaluations to be sent to departments and students.

• Collaborate with departments to review student academic information and clearly, politely, and effectively communicate with students regarding remaining degree requirements.

• Review and approve formatting of theses and dissertations before final submission to the University and provide feedback to students.

• Assist with the spring and summer commencement ceremony, including the review and update of the commencement program, preparation of doctoral diplomas at commencement and commencement lineup, if an on-campus ceremony occurs.

• Perform clerical and administrative duties, as required, to support the student services areas.

• Serve as a back-up receptionist, answering phones, greeting visitors, and answering general questions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be available to work both remotely and on campus Monday-Friday from March through August, with the exception of university holidays and closures.

• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

• Intermediate user of Microsoft Office software, including Excel.

• Capable of quickly learning and using new software systems including University Banner records system.

• Exercises discretion and good judgment.

• Performs simple mathematical calculations.

• Dependable and able to work well with others in a team environment.

• Self-motivated and work well independently with minimal supervision.

• Extremely organized and able to multi-task various projects and priorities.

• Communicates effectively and professionally, both orally and in writing with students, departments, and administrative offices on campus.

• Ability to gather data, compile information, prepare evaluations and clearly explain outcomes to departments and students.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• A minimum of one year of administrative or clerical experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• University student services experience.

• Experience using a student database system, such as Banner.

• Experience reviewing and evaluating university curriculum.

Work Schedule

• Monday

• Friday, 8:00 a.m.

• 4:30 p.m. Seasonal: March 1 - June 30, with possible extension.

Application Deadline

For best consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) on Friday, January 8th, 2021

Hourly Range:

$16.00/hour

Special Instructions

Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

Please include the following documents with your application:

• Resume

• Cover letter

The University of Denver is committed to enhancing the diversity of its faculty and staff. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status or any other status protected by law.

All offers of employment are based upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.

Advertised: December 17, 2020

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