Program Associate

Job Title

Program Associate

Department

Computer Science and Software Engineering Department

Worker Type

Regular

Pay Type

Hourly

Hourly Rate

18.73

Work Shift

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Post-Offer, Pre-Employment Physical Required?

No

Job Description Summary

The Computer Science and Software Engineering department seeks a Program Associate to support the department's daily operations. This position performs a variety of moderately complex clerical and administrative tasks requiring some independent judgement related to ensuring the successful completion of the daily operations of the Computer Science and Software Engineering Department. This position reports to the chair of the Computer Science and Software Engineering Department.

Job Description

Essential Duties:

• Processes incoming information and/or documents regarding daily operations; makes first determination as to disposition using set standards.
• Serves as informational resource for staff; investigates and resolves problems and difficulties.
• Assists in the enforcement of policies and procedures.
• Monitors and reviews projects; ensures all necessary changes are made.
• Gathers and analyzes statistical information regarding department's programs and activities; produces reports.
• Performs a variety of clerical tasks including answering phones, typing, and copying.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires nine months of coursework or training beyond high school in Business Administration and two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a university setting
• Ability to prioritize and work under pressure in a deadline-oriented environment
• Experience with Microsoft applications

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Worker Characteristics:

• Knowledge of unit's operations, policies, and procedures
• Knowledge of computers and office applications
• May require supervisory skills
• Clerical skills
• Research skills

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Candidates should attach a resume and cover letter with their application. For inquiries on this position please contact Candace Taylor, taylo197@miamioh.edu.

Special Instructions (if applicable)

For inquiries on this position please contact Candace Taylor, taylo197@miamioh.edu.

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.

Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

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Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, re