Position Overview: The Administrative Assistant for Environmental Studies assists the Chair and program faculty and oversees the day-to-day operations of the office. The position is 20 hours per week during the academic year and 4 hours per week in the summer. The position reports to the Director of the Program in Environmental Studies. Compensation: The expected starting hourly range for this position is between $21.85 and $23.05. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities: Meet regularly with the Director to discuss current program business. Attend program meetings, draft agendas, take and distribute minutes, track action items and deadlines. Assist in the administration of the program major and minor including tracking student progress and supporting program events to build a strong community within the program. Coordinate campus visits for program/program speakers including itineraries, travel, housing, and honorariums. Assist with program event planning and execution. Assist students with questions and problems. Order and maintain office equipment, supplies, and furniture. Maintain program displays, bulletin boards, lobby areas and workroom, as well as oversight of community spaces, including lounges and common spaces. Monitor program budgets, including VISA card statements and receipts. Assist program faculty in preparation of course materials, including duplicating and posting course syllabi, handouts, and tests. Prepare items for e-reserve or delivery of copies of materials to the library and obtain copyright clearances, as necessary. Prepare and edit annual course schedule and catalog copy. Maintain program website, ensuring information is available regarding the curriculum, program guidelines, major requirements, career/internship opportunities, off-campus programs, etc. Assign advisers and monitor majors progress toward completion of major requirements. Assist the Director in recruitment activities, including placing ads, maintaining candidate files, arranging candidate visits including itineraries, lodging and publicity. Assist in orienting new faculty members to the program and the College. Arrange for office keys and supplies; coordinate required ITS and Telecommunications needs. Advise majors on the procedures for the integrative exercise (comps). Assist in the program review process (usually once in 10 years) including arrangements for outside reviewers, setting up interview schedules, contacting student participants, arranging dinners and receptions, tracking expenses and reimbursements. Hire, train, and supervise student workers.