PRISM Office Support Specialist

University of Vermont; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 30,376 - 33,916; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont is seeking a PRISM Office Support Specialist in Burlington to provide vital administrative and office management support to the Prism Intercultural Center. In this dynamic role, you will deliver high-quality service to stakeholders and adapt to frequently changing demands.

Ideal candidates will hold an associate degree and have experience in a related field, showcasing skills in communication, organization, and attention to detail. The pay range is $22.05 - $24.62 per hour, reflecting the importance of this critical position.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of related experience
• Connection to issues of inclusive excellence and social justice
• Ability to perform in a dynamic and high-volume environment

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and operational support to the Prism Intercultural Center
• Deliver high-quality support to stakeholders
• Address frequently changing work and customer support demands

Skills

Effective communication

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Proficiency in spreadsheet applications

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Database applications

Word-processing applications

Communication technologies

Job description

PRISM Office Support Specialist

Posting Summary: This role will provide administrative, office management, operational, and programmatic support to the Prism Intercultural Center (PIC) within the Division of Intercultural Excellence. Responsibilities include delivering high‑quality support to stakeholders in a dynamic, high‑volume, deadline‑driven environment, addressing frequently changing work and customer support demands. The position reports to the Director of PIC.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent, with one to three years of related experience.
• Demonstrated awareness and connection to issues of inclusive excellence, culture, and social justice.
• Effective communication, analytical, and team‑collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in spreadsheet, database, word‑processing applications, and communication technologies.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to perform duties in a deadline‑driven environment with frequently changing customer demands.
• Ability to interact effectively with a wide range of university personnel, students, and members of the public.

Desirable Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to educational equity, access, social justice, and inclusive excellence.

Anticipated Pay Range

$22.05 - $24.62/hr

Special Conditions

Probationary period may be required. Occasional evenings and/or weekends may be required; if non‑exempt, may result in overtime. Background check required.

FLSA Status

Non‑Exempt

Union Position

Yes, UVMSU

Job Location

Burlington, Vermont, United States

Standard Hours and Term

1.0 FTE: 37.5 hours per week. Term: 12 months per year.