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Posted: 29-May-22
Location: Ithaca, New York
Salary: Open
Internal Number: WDR-00031560
Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.
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Who We Are:
The Office of Diversity Programs in Engineering (DPE) offers a comprehensive portfolio of programs at the precollege, undergraduate, graduate, and faculty levels which facilitate the recruitment, development, retention, and success of all members of the engineering community, but especially those from minoritized backgrounds and/or historically underrepresented in engineering. DPE advances diversity, equity, and inclusion reflective of the College of Engineering's strategic plan, which enables community members from all backgrounds and cultures to thrive and succeed at Cornell.The Office of Diversity Programs in Engineering (DPE) offers a comprehensive portfolio of programs at the precollege, undergraduate, graduate, and faculty levels which facilitate the recruitment, development, retention, and success of all members of the engineering community, but especially those from minoritized backgrounds and/or historically underrepresented in engineering. DPE advances diversity, equity, and inclusion reflective of the College of Engineering's strategic plan, which enables community members from all backgrounds and cultures to thrive and succeed at Cornell.
We seek a highly organized, pro-active, and forward-thinking administrative assistant to provide essential support for the DPE team as well as for an extensive portfolio of programs ranging from pre-college to faculty. The position requires a nimble professional who is intrinsically motivated and flexible, as we work in a dynamic environment. While this is a public facing position, this role is more than displaying a professional image and enjoying the interactions with students, faculty, and community partners. It's about possessing excellent communication skills, keen emotional intelligence, consistently applying prioritization and multi-tasking skillsets, and seeing projects through timely completion. We are looking for a self-starter who can receive direction as well as manage up.
This position is full-time and is located on the Cornell campus in Ithaca, New York.
What You Will Do:
Contribute to a high functioning work group that fosters a positive, engaged work environment.
Provide administrative program support for outreach, mentoring, and fellowship initiatives as well as general administrative support for the office of Diversity Programs in Engineering (DPE).
Serve as the primary administrative support for the Director of DPE.
Serve as the front-line lead of office reception space and serve as the primary contact fielding general questions, screening calls and emails, and greeting and assisting office visitors.
Perform work in a busy reception area with the ability to multi-task with frequent interruption.
Manage complex logistics related to office program calendar, program expenses and purchases, travel, and event planning, website, and newsletter.
Coordinate logistics for special projects and events as assigned by the Director.
Perform data collection, analysis, and management of engineering student information on university student systems and related office systems.
Hire, train, and supervise undergraduate student employees.
Work with a high degree of accuracy, quality, timeliness, and handle confidential material per university policies and FERPA regulations.
Enjoy support from DPE leadership to enhance your professional and technical knowledge by attending professional and educational workshops as well as support to grow your professional networks.
What We Need:
The ideal candidate will have a proactive approach to taking ownership of their work, impact, and results. As a continuous learner who a has a demonstrated ability to use experience and sound judgement in managing a workload, the successful candidate works both independently and collaboratively to execute tasks efficiently within a team environment.
An Associate's degree with a minimum of four (4) years of experience in an administrative support role or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of two (2) years of event planning and management or related experience.
Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion
Proven ability to clearly and effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
Must be able to maintain a professional atmosphere in a busy office setting with a responsive customer service approach.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks to meet competing deadlines and priorities, manage routine interruptions, and pay close attention to details.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and to appropriately handle highly sensitive information.
Technical Skills: Demonstrated competency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.), Qualtrics (or similar Survey Tools), FileMaker Pro (or similar databases), website content management and/or other related software.
What We Prefer:
Bachelor's degree and at least two (2) years of experience in event management and/or data analytics; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
General knowledge about various engineering fields and Cornell Engineering programs, services, and resources.
Academic and/or applied background in the STEM disciplines, education, student development, or other related disciplines.
Proven ability to positively interact with all levels of staff, faculty, students, and other constituents from diverse communities.
Rewards and Benefits:
We hope you appreciate great benefits. Cornell receives national recognition, as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives.
Our benefits program includes comprehensive health care options, access to wellness programs, employee discounts with local and national retail brands, and generous retirement contributions.
Our leave provisions include three weeks of vacation and 12 holidays: e.g., an end-of-year winter break, from December 25th through January 1st.
Cornell's impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, Tuition Aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance program.
We invite you to follow this link to get more information: https://hr.cornell.edu/sites/default/files/documents/benefits_overview_endowed.pdf
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Salary Range: $24.66 to $27.91
Visa sponsorship will not be available for this position.
University Job Title:
Administrative Asst IV
Job Family:
Administration
Level:
D
Pay Rate Type:
Hourly
Company:
Endowed
Contact Name:
Renee Lobdell
Number of Openings:
1
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Prior relevant work or industry experience.
Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
Unique applicable skills.
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EEO Statement:
Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University's heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations. Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose, and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement.
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