Program Assistant for the Department of Physician Assistant Studies - Elon

Title: Program Assistant for the Department of Physician Assistant Studies - Elon

Position Type: Staff Full-Time

Days Per Week: Monday - Friday

Hours Per Week: 40

VP Area: Office of the Provost and Academic Affairs

Department: School of Health Sciences

Location: Elon Main Campus

Position Summary

The Program Assistant for the Department of PA Studies provides support to faculty/staff and students in the department and is responsible for day-to-day operations of the Department of Physician Assistant Studies Elon.

Benefits of Working at Elon

As an Elon University employee, you’ll join an internationally acclaimed university with a commitment to fostering a thriving community. Ranked among the most innovative, creative and best-run universities in the nation, Elon’s personal approach to education extends to employees, whose growth, professional development and success is a hallmark of our training and advancement opportunities.

Elon University’s home is the charming town of Elon, North Carolina, a small, friendly community located a short distance from the beach and the mountains, and among the vibrant cities of Greensboro, Raleigh and Durham. In addition to the beautiful canopy of historic oak trees iconic to our campus, you’ll find boundless opportunities for family-friendly recreation, cultural events and outdoor activities. Hiking, water sports, fine dining and entertainment are just a few of the many happenings in the Elon area, making the region one of the nation’s premier travel destinations.

Employees at Elon enjoy a generous and comprehensive benefits package that includes:

28 annual days off, including holidays and vacation.

Immediate tuition remission for undergraduate courses

Tuition remission for approved graduate-level courses after 12 months of employment.

Retirement plan with an 8 percent contribution from the university.

Immediate eligibility for health, dental and vision insurance, along with free acute care and lab services at our onsite Health & Wellness Clinic.

Free use of campus fitness facilities.

Free admission to musical and theater performances, guest speakers, religious and ethnic observances, recitals, art exhibitions, entertainment and our Division I Phoenix athletics.

Eligibility for tuition remission at Elon for spouses, qualifying domestic partners and dependents begins at two years of service. After two years of employment, eligibility begins for participation in the Tuition Exchange, a national scholarship exchange program that enables dependents to enroll in nationally recognized partner colleges and universities.

Elon values and celebrates the diverse backgrounds, cultures, experiences and perspectives of our community members. As an equal opportunity employer, Elon’s principles of diversity extend to race and gender identity, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and other aspects of one’s identity. At Elon, our employees respect human differences, passion for lifelong learning, emphasis on personal integrity and an ethic of service.

Minimum Required Education and Experience

Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination or education and experience required.

Preferred Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and experience with Excel
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Time management
• Self-direction

Required Other Training, Certifications, or Licensing

2 years of administrative support experience

Job Duties

• Utilizing exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and customer service skills via phone, email, and individual contact. This includes communicating with prospective students, current students, faculty, adjunct faculty, guest lecturers, alumni, and other community partners as needed. Professional communications should include: Directing concerns (if they arise) to the correct party such as the program director, registrar, financial aid, etc. Following FERPA guidelines Verifying mailing addresses, mailing packages and certified letters, etc. to students and/