Program Support Assistant Jobs in Seattle, WA (NOW HIRING)

Provide general administrative support to the department chair(s) and faculty as needed, including activities such as report and spreadsheet generation, data entry, copying, and scheduling and room reservations for department gatherings. Partner with the department chair(s) and faculty to help implement strategic department goals. Support and assist faculty with teaching activities such as procurement of necessary supplies, interacting with Information Technology for classroom needs, and collection of course materials (e.g. syllabi, course grades) for archival purposes. Facilitate and assist with the course evaluations for faculty as needed. Maintain and coordinate content on department website in partnership with chair(s), faculty and staff. Partner with the chair(s) and faculty to coordinate and assist in the planning of departmental events. Maintain necessary departmental and student files and records. Assist with the hiring and on-boarding of new faculty and staff members. Coordinate Letters of Appointment for part-time faculty and assist with the coordination of student workers. Track ~10 class van requests per quarter with university transportation and public safety. Maintain lab access lists for department's lab spaces each quarter, and coordinate after-hours access lists with public safety. Proctor exams when needed. Assist chair(s) and faculty with academic research using university systems to gather and track student data and statistics. Coordinate additional activities to support department chair(s), lab managers, and faculty as needed.

Provide accounting support, including: track and balance financial records for department(s) budgets, including: payable, purchases, check requisitions. Order and record equipment purchases. Maintain financial records for department(s) including check requisitions and financial reports. Issue regular year-to-date spending reports for the department chair(s), and reconcile departmental finances monthly.

Assist with registration process and course enrollment as needed. Support annual class schedule, advising assignment and catalog building processes and management. Work closely with department chair(s) to prepare and track paperwork associated with scheduling and curriculum changes. Work closely with department chair(s), dean's office, and Registrar's office to revise and enter class schedule and course specifics in the university's online scheduling programs. Provide additional data entry and course support to department chair(s) and faculty as needed.

Provide reception services for the department. Interact with students, parents, faculty and visitors in person, via email, and on the phone. Respond to questions or refer students and others to appropriate contacts. Assist part time faculty and affiliates with using university software and logistics such as attaining keys, campus cards, parking passes, etc. Arrange facilities repairs when necessary.

High School diploma or equivalent (GED) and two or more years administrative office support experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. Experience with MS Word, MS Excel, MS Windows, MS Outlook and Internet Explorer. Experience maintaining a website. Ability to communicate effectively with others in writing, by phone and in person. Excellent customer service skills including the ability to create a warm and welcoming environment and work with diverse populations. Ability to organize, prioritize and multi-task independently with success. All candidates must show a demonstrated commitment to diversity and the university's mission, vision, and values.

Bachelor's degree. Experience working in an academic environment.

$45,000 - $55,000

Consistent with its fundamental Jesuit values, Seattle University offers a wide range of benefits designed to care for the whole person. Choose from three different medical plans, a dental, and vision insurance programs. Protect your income with life, short & long-term disability coverage. Plan for your future with up to a 10% employer contribution for retirement benefits, comprised of a 5% nonelective employer contribution and an additional dollar-for-dollar match of your voluntary contributions up to a maximum of 5%. You may also take advantage of 100% paid tuition benefits for the employee and dependents, a subsidized transportation benefit, a wellness program with free access to an onsite fitness facility, and a wide variety of campus events. Enjoy a generous holiday schedule, including a paid Holiday break closure in December, vacation and paid sick leave, and paid community service leave. For more information explore the Benefits website at: https://www.seattleu.edu/hr/benefits/