Program Assistant I

The School of Health and Human Sciences is actively seeking an individual with exceptional attention to detail, organizational, and interpersonal skills to join our team as Program Assistant I. This position supports the Aviation Program which is committed to preparing safe, innovative, professional aviation educators who enhance human potential through transdisciplinary, learner-centered education in South Dakota and beyond. The School of Health and Human Sciences ( SHHS ) Aviation Education program is committed to preparing safe, innovative and professional pilots and aviation educations who enhance human potential through transdisciplinary, learner-centered education in South Dakota and beyond. The Aviation Program has over 30 flight instructors providing flight instruction for 160 flight students flying over 12,000 hours yearly. This position is located in Brookings , South Dakota. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position. Job Responsibilities Support daily aviation program operations through coordination of flight training activities, student services, flight training scheduling, financial processes, data management, prospective student tours and operational system administration. 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 Accounting and purchasing processes Database management and computer software applications and systems (Word, Excel, Outlook, Flight Schedule Pro) Work processes pertaining to management of programs University policies and procedures Skill & Ability to Independently make sound decisions and resolve problems or conflicts Prioritize work to meet competing deadlines Interpret, explain and apply rules, regulations, policies and practices Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing Coordinate and work with a variety of people both within and outside of the department Provide a high level of customer service when assisting students, administrators, faculty and staff Ensure and monitor compliance with institutional policies Collect and compile materials and reports 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. Duration of the Term 12 months Appointment Percent 100 Work Hours Typcial workday, 8-5, with some necessity of arriving earlier. Appointment Type Regular Department Description and Cultural Expectations SDState is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities. 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. Contact Information For additional information regarding this position or questions about the online application process, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Working Conditions Physical Requirements Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc) Reaching Repetitive Motion Sitting for sustained periods of time Use Both Hands Sensory Requirements Color Vision Depth Perception Distant Vision Hearing Near Vision Peripheral Vision Speaking Vision (With and without corrective lenses) Environment Office Environment Lab Environment Notice to all applicants: If you are selected as a finalist, job references and a background check may be conducted. South Dakota Board of Regents 306 E. Capital Ave, Suite 200, Pierre, SD 57501, View phone number on click.appcast.io The South Dakota Board of Regents is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Board of Regents will take affirmative action to ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination. In addition, the Board of Regents fully supports incorporation of non-discrimination and affirmative action rules and regulations into all of its employment practices. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting the appropriate Human Resources office. Please see the Contact Us section of this webpage for more information. #J-18808-Ljbffr