P260100 - Staff Assistant - Arthur O. Eve Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)

Towson; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

The University at Buffalo (UB) seeks a Staff Assistant for its Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) in Buffalo, NY. This role involves managing daily operations, overseeing financial transactions, and supporting various student programs.

Candidates should have an Associate's degree and relevant experience in education. Strong administrative and communication skills are essential. The position is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant experience in a fast-paced education environment.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day office operations.
• Oversee EOP financial transactions and budget maintenance.
• Supervise student employees and assist with event programming.

Skills

Administrative skills

Customer service skills

Data management

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

P260100 - Staff Assistant - Arthur O. Eve Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)

P260100 - Staff Assistant - Arthur O. Eve Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)

Posting Number

P260100

Position Summary:

The University at Buffalo (UB) Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) is seeking an energetic, highly professional Staff Assistant to join our team. Under the general direction of the Director, you will serve as liaison to and work closely with the EOP staff; oversee annual events and student programs; supervise front desk activities and student support staff; and provide the budget/finance and human resource administrative support.

Key accountabilities and responsibilities:

• Operations management – responsible for the day‑to‑day general office management to ensure timely and effective delivery of services.
• Financial support – responsible for EOP financial resource related transactions across all funding sources, maintenance of EOP budget information, day‑to‑day procurement transaction and monthly reconciliation of transactions in compliance with all university and state guidelines across all financial systems.
• Human Resources support – responsible for creation of personnel appointments and supervision of work study and other hourly student employees.
• Program & Event support – assist with the development, implementation, and evaluation of EOP programs, workshops, and activities.

We invite individuals to apply whose perspectives and experiences will enrich and strengthen our organization. Undergraduate Education serves an increasingly diverse constituency of patrons, and our employees, services and policies strive to honor and reflect this diversity. We encourage candidates who thrive in a welcoming multicultural environment to apply.

For more than 50 years, the University at Buffalo’s Arthur O. Eve Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) has helped students overcome financial and academic barriers to attend university, earn a degree, and achieve their life goals. EOP promotes academic achievement and excellence through academic advising, collaborative learning workshops and mentoring designed to prepare students for graduate study and professional school.

Our benefits prioritize your well‑being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. We encourage women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree with 2 years of relevant experience in a fast‑paced education/higher education environment working directly with students and parents.
• Strong administrative, customer service, and data management skills.
• High‑level organizational skills and ability to effectively prioritize tasks.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Advanced written, oral and interpersonal communication skills demonstrating respect for diverse constituents.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree with 1 year work experience.
• Professional higher education experience related to working in student services.
• Supervisory experience.
• Experience developing and managing annual department budgets.

Physical Qualifications:

FTE: 1.0