Program Assistant II Research & Economic Development

Dakota State University ( DSU ) is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented professional to join the Research and Economic Development ( RED ) team as a Program Administrator II. This position plays a critical role in supporting research compliance and Institutional Review Board ( IRB ) operations coordinating cyber camps and outreach initiatives and providing administrative support for the RED team.

• Manage departmental administrative functions including purchasing travel record retention and operational support.
• Support RED leadership through calendar management meeting coordination document preparation project tracking and administrative support.
• Coordinate Institutional Review Board ( IRB ) and research compliance administrative operations including submission tracking documentation management training oversight and regulatory reporting.
• Provide administrative support and guidance to faculty staff and students regarding research compliance requirements and processes.
• Serve as a liaison between DSU external partners and university stakeholders on research administration and compliance matters.
• Coordinate logistics communications registration processes and documentation for cyber camps outreach programs conferences and special events.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports for accreditation audits compliance monitoring program evaluation and institutional reporting.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Exceptional organization attention to detail and project coordination skills.
• Strong written verbal and interpersonal communication abilities.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities deadlines and competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience maintaining confidential information and handling sensitive records with discretion.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to continuous process improvement.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn new technology platforms and administrative systems.
• The ability to build productive working relationships with faculty staff students parents partners and external stakeholders.
• A customer-service mindset and commitment to providing high-quality administrative support.
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative team environment.
• A high level of professionalism accuracy initiative and dependability.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

• Flexible benefits package health dental vision life insurance short-term disability hospital indemnity insurance flexible spending account health savings account health reimbursement account.
• South Dakota Retirement System. Employees receive 6% fully matched contributions from SDRS and are vested after three years of service.
• Paid time off full time 12-month employees earn 15 days per year of annual leave and 14 days of sick leave per addition employees receive 11 federal paid holidays.
• Reduced tuition for education.
• Professional liability coverage
• Paid family leave

How to Apply :
DSU accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply visit . Please submit a cover letter resume and a list of at least three professional references.

Required Experience:

Junior IC