Academic Support (I)

Spring Arbor University; Spring Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Spring Arbor University is seeking a part-time Administrative Assistant to support the School of Communication, Media, and Fine Arts, the School of Humanities, and the Gainey School of Business.

The role runs 12 hours per week from mid‑August through May, with limited hours from late May to mid‑August, up to 625 hours per year. Responsibilities include general office duties, coordinating classroom usage, events, and supporting deans and faculty.

Qualifications

• Some college credit is required.
• Proficient in MS Word and Outlook, basic knowledge of Excel, and general comfort with computer software programs.
• Administrative experience and/or training preferred.
• Ability to prioritize, complete multiple tasks, and possess good interpersonal, communication, and writing skills.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain office duties including supplies and a welcoming space.
• Serve as the main point of contact for classroom usage and needs at Sayre Decan Hall.
• Assist with organizing school events, including purchasing and setup.
• Provide general administrative support to the deans of CMFA, Humanities, and Business.
• Process requests for payments through university processes, including expenses and credit card reconciliation.
• Order desk copies of textbooks and distribute course materials to adjunct faculty.
• Assist with annual campus events and student research symposium as needed.
• Assist with program assessment information and commencement activities.

Skills

MS Word

MS Outlook

Excel

Organization

Communication Skills

Education

Some college credit

Job description

Summary

Provides administrative support and assistance to accomplish the various tasks needed for the smooth operation of the School of Communication, Media, and Fine Arts, the School of Humanities, and the Gainey School of Business.

Summary

Provides administrative support and assistance to accomplish the various tasks needed for the smooth operation of the School of Communication, Media, and Fine Arts, the School of Humanities, and the Gainey School of Business.

Part-Time, (12 hours/week) from mid-August through the end of May; with limited hours from late-May to mid-August; Max of 625 hours annually.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Responsible for general office duties including but not limited to maintaining office supplies and ensuring a welcoming and professional office space.
• Serves as the main Point of Contact related to classroom usage and needs for Sayre Decan Hall.
• Assists with organizing school events as needed, including purchasing items and set up.
• Provides general administrative support to the deans of CMFA, Humanities, and Business.
• Processes requests for payments through university processes, including expense and reimbursement requests, and university credit card reconciliation.
• Assists with ordering desk copies of textbooks and distribution of necessary course materials to adjunct faculty.
• Assists with the annual FOCUS events and the annual Student Research Symposium as needed.
• Assists with processing program assessment information.
• Attends and assists with Commencement activities as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Some college credit is required. Proficient in MS Word and Outlook, basic knowledge of Excel, and general comfort with computer software programs. Administrative experience and/or training preferred. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to have the ability to prioritize, complete multiple tasks, and possess good interpersonal, communication, and writing skills. Good organizational skills and attention to detail are required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The individual will exhibit a life and service that is in full accord with the Spring Arbor University Concept, the SAU Statement of Faith, and the Community Covenant.

Spring Arbor University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is both our moral and legal obligation to ensure that all employment practices are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other applicable federal and state statutes, all employment decisions and practices, including recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal or state law.

We evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job.

As a Christian religious organization, Spring Arbor University operates under the religious exemption provided by federal law, which permits religious organizations, including educational institutions, to give employment preference to individuals who share the University's closely held religious beliefs. The University's hiring practices and equal employment policies are administered in full compliance with both federal and state law.