Senior Secretary

South Dakota State University (SDSU) is looking for a proactive and organized Senior Secretary to support daily operations and provide key administrative assistance within the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. The McComish Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science combines all aspects of electricity, electronics, hardware and software into one multi‑disciplinary unit, offering degree programs in electrical engineering and computer science with minors in computer science, biomedical engineering and software engineering. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position. Job Responsibilities Provide administrative and program support services, program development for meeting strategic goals, including marketing research data collection, basic data analytics and reporting, fielding phone calls from various constituents (both internal and external), event planning, distribution of correspondence, academic course/room scheduling, working with campus vouchers (purchasing and processing), invoices, policies and procedures in the Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Department. Benefits SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of: General office equipment; Customer services practices; and Computer software systems (MS Office). Skills & Abilities to: Organize work to meet deadlines; Adapt schedule based on project needs; Work independently and as a team member; and Communicate and work effectively with co-workers. Application Procedures SDState accepts applications through an online employment site. To apply, visit: search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on “apply for this job.” This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check. SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug‑free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land‑grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing View email address on click.appcast.io. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io. Documents Needed to Apply Cover Letter Resume Reference List Notice to all applicants: If you are selected as a finalist, job references and a background check may be conducted. #J-18808-Ljbffr