Temporary Program Assistant

Florida International University; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida International University in Miami, FL is seeking a Temporary Program Assistant to support instructional operations for general biology courses. This role provides administrative and operational support to faculty, staff and students, enabling efficient delivery of instructional activities.

Responsibilities include coordinating exam proctors, distributing examinations, administering make-up exams, and assisting with instructional technologies (Canvas, iClicker, Akindi).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus five years of administrative experience.
• Experience providing administrative support for a college department or office.
• Ability to coordinate exam-related activities and support instructional processes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate exam proctors, prepare and distribute exams, and assist with make-up exams and instructional tech (Canvas, iClicker, Akindi).
• Serve as primary contact for students and faculty regarding course-related inquiries and departmental procedures.

Skills

Administrative coordination

Student support

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Canvas

iClicker

Akindi

Job description

About FIU

Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law.

FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Job Summary

The Department of Biological Sciences is currently seeking a Temporary Program Assistant to support instructional operations for general biology courses.

This position provides administrative and operational support to faculty, staff, and students and contributes to the efficient delivery of instructional activities within the department.

Duties Include

• Provides instructional support services, including coordination of exam proctors, preparation and distribution of examinations, administration of make‑up exams, and assistance with instructional and learning technologies (e.g., Canvas, iClicker, Akindi).
• Serves as a primary point of contact for students and faculty regarding course‑related inquiries, assisting with the resolution of academic and conduct‑related concerns in accordance with departmental procedures

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED and five (5) years of office or related experience providing administrative support, or coordinating functions of an office or department.

Job Category

Temporary

Temporary Disclosure

As a temporary employee, you will not be eligible to participate in all employee benefit programs (e.g., paid leave, retirement, or tuition reimbursement). Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), a temporary employee who works on average 30 hours or more per week may be eligible to enroll in health care benefits. As a temporary employee, you are also eligible to enroll in supplemental plans (e.g. dental, vision,) which requires full payment on your part. Upon completing an assignment, employees may apply for a position on FIU Careers.

Work Schedule

• Monday-Friday
• 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM

Advertised Salary

• $15.00 per hour.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Criminal Background Check

Disclosures

Clery Notice

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To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Aff… All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights at 305.348.2785 or email [e-mail].

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

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