Program Assistant- Departments of Computer Science, Engineering & Physics

Title: Program Assistant
- Departments of Computer Science, Engineering & Physics

Position Type: Staff Full-Time

Days Per Week: M-F

Hours Per Week: 40

VP Area: School of Engineering and Computing

Location: Elon Main Campus

The Program Assistant for the Departments of Computer Science, Engineering and Physics provides support to faculty, staff, and students within the three departments and coordinates day-to-day operations. This vital member of the Elon University School of Engineering & Computing interacts daily with students, faculty, and staff by providing clerical and office management support, by supervising student employees, and by providing written/oral communications to both internal and external audiences.

The position also works closely with the Office of the Dean and other units across the University.

• highly organized and efficient with the ability to balance multiple tasks and responsibilities
• has a positive attitude that contributes to a collaborative culture
• acts with flexibility and patience while remaining calm under pressure
• willingness to learn new skills and programs
• demonstrates good judgment and attention to detail
• comfortable and confident working with students' FERPA-protected information;
• strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• ability to work both independently and collaboratively, as part of a team on multiple projects simultaneously
• proficiency with Microsoft products such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams, also able to learn internal University platforms

As an Elon University employee, you'll join an internationally acclaimed university with a commitment to fostering a thriving community. Ranked among the most innovative, creative and best-run universities in the nation, Elon’s personal approach to education extends to employees, whose growth, professional development and success is a hallmark of our training and advancement opportunities.

Elon University’s home is the charming town of Elon, North Carolina, a small, friendly community located a short distance from the beach and the mountains, and among the vibrant cities of Greensboro, Raleigh and Durham. In addition to the beautiful canopy of historic oak trees iconic to our campus, you'll find boundless opportunities for family-friendly recreation, cultural events and outdoor activities.

Hiking, water sports, fine dining and entertainment are just a few of the many happenings in the Elon area, making the region one of the nation’s premier travel destinations.

Employees at Elon enjoy a generous and comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Free use of campus fitness facilities.
• Free admission to musical and theater performances, guest speakers, religious and ethnic observances, recitals, art exhibitions, entertainment and our Division I Phoenix athletics.

Elon values and celebrates the diverse backgrounds, cultures, experiences and perspectives of our community members. As an equal opportunity employer, Elon’s principles of diversity extend to race and gender identity, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and other aspects of one’s identity. At Elon, our employees respect human differences, passion for lifelong learning, emphasis on personal integrity and an ethic of service.

HS Diploma and 2-5 years of experience in an office setting

Associate's Degree (AA) in a related field and/or experience in education support, non-profit administrative support, other related field, or a combination of education and experience

A successful candidate will show evidence of:

• ability to prioritize work according to departmental needs, can determine workflow problems and develop solutions, and efficiently execute workflows
• proficiency with computer technology and Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel
• willingness/ability to learn new computer programs and software associated with administrative tasks at Elon
• strong oral and written communication skills
• professional and courteous manner and an ability to work…