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Administrative Assistant - Nutrition and Food Sciences

The position serves as administrative assistant to the department Chair, as well as provide support for the department faculty and faculty recruitments, facilitate schedule of courses, coordinate course and curriculum changes, create and manage the department website, social media, listservs and Teams site. The position will also handle advisor assignments and change of major/minor for undergraduate students; assist in undergraduate and graduate student recruitment activities; organize event planning, including annual first year and graduate welcome, department retreats, department award ceremony and other department-related events; coordinates maintenance requests and keeps office stocked with supplies and will assist with special projects as needed. Social media experience is helpful.

Minimum Requirements: Associates Degree with three years administrative experience to include customer service required. Working knowledge of applicable office software applications (Microsoft Word and Excel) and internet resources required. Ability to work independently and take initiative. The ability to prioritize and multi-task is essential.

The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal. For further information or to apply with electronic application, resume, and cover letter, visit: www.uvmjobs.com and search for Posting #S5399PO.

The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any category legally protected by federal or state law.