Academic Assistant QE8739

The University of South Dakota Knudson School of Law; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 55,217,000 - 56,592,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition benefits

Job summary

The University of South Dakota is seeking an Academic Assistant to support Pillars 2 & 3 of the medical school curriculum. The role involves schedule creation, LMS administration (One45, D2L), and coordinating a variety of educational activities.

It also acts as a liaison among regional campuses, the FARM program, SSOM administration, faculty, and students. Qualifications include proficiency with Word/Excel/Outlook/Teams and the ability to learn new platforms quickly, plus strong communication

Qualifications

• Modern office/clerical procedures and practices.
• Ability to learn new technology platforms such as One45 and D2L.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with schedule creation and maintenance for academic programs.
• Administer learning management systems and related tools.
• Coordinate educational activities across Pillars 2 & 3 of the curriculum.
• Serve as liaison between regional campuses, FARM program, SSOM admin, faculty and students.

Skills

Office software

One45 & D2L familiarity

Communication

Organization

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Teams

One45

D2L

Job description

The University of South Dakota - Working Title Academic Assistant QE8739. Posting Number CSA02858P. Department SSOM - Medical Education. Physical Location of Position (City) Sioux Falls.

USD Sanford School of Medicine is seeking an Academic Assistant for the Office of Medical Education. This position supports academic programming in Pillars 2 & 3 of the medical school curriculum through schedule creation and maintenance, administration of online learning management systems, and coordination of a variety of educational activities. The position also serves as a liaison between the regional campuses, FARM program, SSOM administration, clinical faculty, and students.

Working Knowledge Of

• Modern office/clerical procedure and practices.
• Office equipment and software including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams, along with the ability to quickly learn new technology platforms such as One45 and D2L.

Ability To

• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with students, residents, faculty, and staff.
• Communicate effectively in oral and written form.
• Work independently with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Manage multiple tasks and competing priorities.

This position offers state health insurance and benefits, which includes a retirement plan with 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and 11 paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Advertised Salary $19.27 - $19.75 depending upon qualifications and experience.

Duration of the Term 12 months.

Appointment Percent 100.

Work Hours Normal USD Office Hours.

Typical Hours Worked Per Week.

Appointment Type Regular.

Scope of Search External (includes Internal). If internal, define scope of search NA.

This position requires No Requirement.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Other
• Reference List