Administrative Assistant

Location, Job Title, Benefits

Rocky Vista University in Billings, MT has an opening for an Administrative Assistant (Full-Time)

Salary: $20.00 - $22.75 per hour. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skill, knowledge, experience, education, and credentials.

Benefits include a full benefits package that includes Health, Dental and Vision insurance, along with 2 weeks (minimum) accrued paid vacation days per year, 12 accrued sick days per year, personal days, 13 ½ paid holidays and 401(K) match up to 7% based on employee’s contribution. Join us in an environment where in-office work is the primary focus, complemented by hybrid work flexibility for eligible positions.

Commitment to Inclusive Excellence:
We are Rocky Vista University (RVU), a diverse, equitable, and inclusive healthcare education university that recognizes, values, and respects the commonalities and differences reflected in our students, staff, faculty, and alumni. We strive to be compassionate healthcare educators and practitioners who embrace and champion inclusive excellence.

RVU is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

The Administrative Assistant serves as a key member of the administrative team within the Rocky Vista University College of Veterinary Medicine, providing comprehensive support to the Associate and Assistant Deans for the DVM program. This role contributes to the efficient operation of the Dean’s office by coordinating schedules, organizing meetings and travel, managing correspondence, and maintaining confidential records. The position supports academic, curricular, and clinical initiatives, including assistance with teaching activities and coordination of clinical affiliate agreements and relationships.

Work assignments are directed by the CVM Executive Operations Lead, ensuring alignment with divisional priorities and operational needs. Working collaboratively across the College, the Administrative Assistant supports team-based priorities, assists with special projects, and upholds a high standard of professionalism while addressing the diverse needs of faculty, staff, students, and visitors.

• Support the daily operations of the Office of the Associate and Assistant Deans as a member of the administrative team, performing a broad range of administrative duties; respond to inquiries, triage communications, and provide information to faculty, staff, students, and visitors in a professional manner.
• Coordinate calendars and scheduling for the Associate and Assistant Deans, including meetings, appointments, and events, ensuring efficient use of time and alignment with departmental priorities.
• Coordinate, organize, and support meetings by preparing agendas, compiling materials, recording minutes, and following up on action items while maintaining a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Manage correspondence and documentation, including reviewing materials for completeness and coordinating routing for approval and signature.
• Arrange travel and lodging accommodations for CVM personnel and visitors in accordance with university policies.
• Provide administrative support for academic, curricular, and clinical initiatives, including assistance with teaching activities, use of the Learning Management System, coordination with the Office of Testing, and support for clinical affiliate agreements and clinical affiliate relationships.
• Provide basic technology support, including troubleshooting routine software and hardware issues, assisting with virtual meeting platforms, and supporting the use of digital tools.
• Collaborate with administrative staff across the College of Veterinary Medicine to ensure seamless operations, including cross-coverage of responsibilities and close coordination with the Executive Operations Lead.
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