The Jon M. Huntsman School of Business at Utah State University is accepting applications to fill one office assistant position to support the Freshman Academy and the Huntsman Scholar Program. Pay commensurate based on experience. The position will have a dual report to both the Director of She’s Daring Mighty and to the Assistant Director of the Huntsman Scholar Program.

These two programs bring together our business students inside and outside the classroom with incredible teachers for a one-of-a-kind undergraduate business education program. We structure our learning around our school's four pillars of ethical leadership, analytical rigor, global vision, and entrepreneurial spirit.

1. Provide administrative support to program leadership.
2. Provide customer service to current and prospective scholars and other university and non-university constituents through
   office visits, phone calls, emails, etc.
3. Perform general office duties.
4. Assist with classroom support
5. Ability to analyze program data
6. Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate Degree and a minimum of two years of directly related work experience in an office environment or a Bachelor’s degree in business, communication studies, human development, marketing or related field. Or four years related work experience. 
• Demonstrated excellence in customer service, relationship management, interpersonal leadership, effective mentoring, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, communication studies, human development, marketing or related field
• Knowledge of and proficiency in a variety of current and emerging technology platforms.

Fundamental Abilities

Within the scope and complexity of each position’s responsibilities, each incumbent is expected to possess and demonstrate the following abilities:

1. Communicating: Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing.
2. Problem solving: Analyzes information and evaluates results to select the best solution and solve problems.
3. Monitoring: Measures performance of self; makes improvements and takes appropriate corrective action.
4. Critical Thinking: Comes to well-reasoned conclusions, solutions, and approaches to problems.
5. Team Building: Works to create a team-based environment. Consistently demonstrates cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, and customers.
6. Active Listening: Gives full attention when others are speaking; listens to understand, asks questions as appropriate, and does not interrupt.
7. Service Orientation: Actively seeks opportunities to help others.
8. Conflict Resolution: Acts professionally when encountering customers who, at times, may be frustrated.

Core Characteristics

As representatives of Utah State University and primary contributors to its mission, all employees are expected to demonstrate the following characteristics:

1. Take initiative.
2. Maintain confidentiality.
3. Be accountable.
4. Behave ethically.
5. Be honest and trustworthy.
6. Demonstrate a strong work ethic.
7. Be inquisitive.
8. Be detail oriented.
9. Be self-motivated.
10. Efficiently manage multiple tasks.
11. Be a team player.
12. Be committed to continuous improvement.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and organization skills.

2. Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills and effective public speaking skills including ability to communicate with individuals as well as groups.

3. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple demands and changing needs with verification of working collaboratively within a team environment.

4. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential business data and personal information.

5. Ability to work without supervision.

6. Excellent customer service skills.

7. Skilled with computer programs such as Microsoft Office, including spreadsheets, presentation software, and email/calendaring tools.

Additional Functions

1. Knowledge of Canvas

2. Experience with event planning

Disclaimer

This position description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the position.

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV” 
2. Three Professional References
3. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application  

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.  The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant and space-grant university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion. USU serves approximately 27,500 students throughout the state at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online has served students from all 50 states and 55 countries for over 25 years, and USU Extension provides outreach and service to all counties in Utah.  

As a land-grant university, USU engages communities and empowers people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. As an R1 research institution, USU provides a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price. Washington Monthly has consistently ranked USU in the top 10 among public universities for contribution to social mobility, research, and public service.  

Utah State is committed to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where different perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Learn more about USU. 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

About the Region

U.S. News and World Report ranked Utah first for its strong economy, fiscal stability, education, and health care. Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USU’s main campus, Logan, is a city of 54,000-plus people in a picturesque mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. The Logan metro area claimed the top spot in the Milken Institute’s 2022 ranking for best-performing small cities in the nation. 

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