Program Assistant, BUS- Marketing & Professional Sales

Program Assistant, BUS- Marketing & Professional Sales Job ID: 297454 Location: Kennesaw, Georgia Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular About Us Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower over 50,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. Job Summary Assists students with questions or inquiries in regards to assigned program(s). Participates in assigned department and University events. Provides administrative support to the assigned department and/or program coordinator. Responsibilities Provides administrative support in the development, implementation, and marketing of program and/or project function Performs clerical and administrative tasks, including creation, typing, and editing program correspondence, purchasing documents, reports, program handbooks, and other publications, and maintains department files, records, and databases Serves as a liaison between students, faculty, staff, departments, and external constituencies on day-to-day program, operational, and administrative issues Assists with events, meetings, special projects, and problem resolution facilitation Assists with classroom or laboratory set‑up Assists with training and oversight of assigned students, volunteers, and/or interns Assists with collecting program data, prepares scheduled and special reports, maintains program and/or project records, and statistical information Maintains supplies, equipment, and facilities to include maintenance, inventory management, logistics, security, and related activities Coordinates, participates, and may present in meetings, open house, graduation, and other college events as assigned Required Qualifications Educational Requirements High School diploma or equivalent Required Experience One (1) year of related administrative support experience Preferred Qualifications Preferred Educational Qualifications An undergraduate or advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field Preferred Experience Previous experience in higher education preferred Proposed Salary The salary range for this position is $16.13 to $19.23 per hour. Offers are based on relevant experience. Benefits Comprehensive benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more. Abilities Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines Knowledge of and compliance with policies and procedures Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgement, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite) Strong attention to detail and follow up skills Strong customer service skills and phone and e‑mail etiquette Equal Employment Opportunity Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community. Other Information This is not a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is not considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time. This position does not require security clearance. Background Check Standard Enhanced Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. #J-18808-Ljbffr