Professional Aide

Michigan State University College of Engineering; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading educational institution as a Professional Aide, a temporary role providing essential administrative support. You will assist with daily operations like communication, data processing, and marketing activities. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain experience in a remote-friendly environment, engaging with students and faculty while contributing to innovative programs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 60 college credit hours needed.
• 1 year of office experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with students, employers, and manage calendars.
• Track student participation and maintain files.
• Manage social media presence and newsletters.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Minimum of 60 college credit hours

Bachelor's degree in any field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Creative Cloud

Marketing and design software

Job description

Join to apply for the Professional Aide role at Michigan State University College of Engineering.

Position Summary (Basic Job Function):

This is a temporary or on-call position providing professional support. Responsibilities may include general business, science, medical, agricultural, or other professional support functions. The term allows for two nine-month periods with a week break in between; after the second term, the position may be terminated for three months or switched to on-call status. On-call employees can work up to 1039 hours in any twelve-month period.

Unit Position Summary:

The NMSI Professional Aid will assist the NMSI Program Associate Director with daily operations, including data entry, filing, processing applications, maintaining records, and other duties as assigned.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

1. 40% - Communication: Email and call students, employers, and CAMP programs; follow up on survey results; calendar management; and orient students on the project.
2. 40% - Data Processing: Track student participation and stipends; create and maintain files for students and employers; organize and revise NMSI files regularly.
3. 15% - Marketing: Manage social media presence, newsletters, and research related to the program.
4. 5% - Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as assigned by the program director(s).

Desired Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 60 college credit hours
• At least 1 year of office experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Cloud
• Experience with programs similar to NMSI
• Bachelor's degree in any field
• Experience working with the Migrant/Seasonal Farmworker community
• Marketing and design software experience
• Ability to handle confidential information
• Teamwork skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Organizational skills

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, or veteran status.

Application Materials:

Cover Letter and Resume required.

COVID-19 Policy:

MSU requires all students, faculty, and staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 with limited exceptions. More info at: https://msu.edu/together-we-will/

Additional Details:

Please address your Cover Letter to the hiring committee.

Work Hours: ON-CALL

Remote Work: The position is remote-friendly, allowing some or all duties to be performed remotely as mutually agreed.

Position Details:

Entry level, full-time, administrative role in higher education.