Quest Administrative Assistant

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Work type: Temporary Staff
Location: Grand Forks
Categories: Office/Clerical Support

Salary/Position Classification

  • 20.00 hour, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
  • 6 hours per week
  • 100% Remote Work Availability: No
  • Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): Yes

Purpose of Position

This position will support activities associated with management of the QUEST Scholarship program.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Submission of award amount information to the Office of Financial Aid via UND dynamic forms.
  • Application coordination 
  • Preparation of recruitment materials (both mailed and virtual) 
  • Meeting coordination and scheduling 
  • Clerical and transcription support for Drs. Pedersen and Jochman
  • Web page development and maintenance 
  • Other logistical and administrative tasks 

Required Competencies

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and students
  • Ability to work with and engage diverse students and colleagues
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Products
  • Experience with using social media to advertise and highlight student accomplishments

Minimum Requirements

  • Associates degree
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Products
  • Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in STEM related field
  • Experience with using social media to advertise and highlight student accomplishments
  • Experience with scholarship programs related to STEM programs
  • Knowledge of STEM careers and admission requirements for graduate programs
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate scientific accomplishments to a general audience

To Apply

For full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm of closing date and include the following materials.

  • Cover letter
  • CV/Resume
  • Examples of social media posts, especially those involving STEM activities
  • Unofficial transcripts. Please note that the selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts upon hire.

    Questions can be directed to Dr. Rebecca Simmons at rebecca.simmons@und.edu.

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