Senior Staff Assistant

College/Division

National Technical Institute for the Deaf

Required Application Documents

Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume, List of References

Employment Category

Fulltime

Additional Details

In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to hr@rit.edu. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Required Minimum Education Level

Associates or Equivalent Experience

How To Apply

In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff. Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.

Wage Band

114H

Required Qualifications

Education/Experience: 

• Associate Degree or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years’ experience administrative support or related experience
• 2+ years’ experience with Oracle or similar business operations software
• 5+ years’ experience in a professional or academic setting

Skills:

• American Sign Language proficiency of intermediate or above, or willingness to learn
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, and Zoom
• Experience working abroad or in a multicultural environment with diverse language needs
• Excellent interpersonal skills, customer service and sensitivity to cultural differences
• Ability to prioritize and multitask various projects and deadlines
• Ability to handle highly confidential information in professional manner and according to FERPA
• High degree of organization skills and detail oriented
• Maintain productivity with frequent interruptions
• Ability to work collaboratively with other staff assistants within NTID and campus partners
• Ability to adapt to using new technology and systems for business operations

 

Department/College Description

The National Technical Institute for the Deaf web page is located at https://ntid.rit.edu and the Department of Master of Science in Secondary Education (MSSE) web page is located at https://www.rit.edu/ntid/msse. The MS program in Secondary Education of Students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing is designed for students to earn dual certification to teach a secondary school content area for students who are hearing or deaf as well as in deaf education for grades K-12. The curriculum is taught by renowned faculty at RIT—one of the most innovative campuses in the world—serving more than 1,100 deaf and hard-of-hearing students.

What do we believe at RIT?

Rochester Institute of Technology is a collaborative community of engaged, socially conscious, and intellectually curious minds. Through creativity and innovation, and an intentional blending of technology, the arts and design, we provide exceptional individuals with a wide range of academic opportunities, including a leading research program and an internationally recognized education for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. We are dedicated to building a community where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring.

As a member of the RIT community, you'll receive a comprehensive employee benefits package that