Department Assistant (QE9678

The Office of Medical Student Affairs is a great place to make a difference!

This student-centered department is seeking a highly motivated, detail oriented support person to join its close-knit team. The position will assist with managing the MSA office and providing administrative support to the Senior Academic Dean, Associate and Assistant Deans, the SSOM financial aid office and play a vital role in supporting both students and leadership within the Sanford School of Medicine.

The position requires a professional who can

• Successfully manage competing priorities,
• Maintain accurate records while utilizing data management systems and Microsoft Office applications,
• Strong commitment to confidentiality,
• Exceptional customer service,
• and work collaboratively with students, faculty, and administrators

The USD Sanford School of Medicine has announced the move of the first 18 months of the M.D. program and the Division of Biomedical & Translational Sciences from Vermillion to Sioux Falls. Travel between sites may be required.

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

Posting Date

Posting Date 08/19/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

First Consideration Date

First Consideration Date 09/02/2026

Advertised Salary

Advertised Salary $19.27 to $20.00, depending on qualfiications and experience plus state benefits and retirement

Duration of the Term

Duration of the Term 12 months

If Other, describe duration NA

Appointment Percent

Appointment Percent 100

Work Hours

USD Office Hours

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Regular

Scope of Search

Scope of Search External (includes Internal)

If internal, define scope of search

If internal, define scope of search NA

This position requires

This position requires Travel

If other, please indicate

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.

Contact Information

Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position.

Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment.

NA

Please designate the physical requirements of this position

Please designate the physical requirements of this position Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipe fitting, bench work, etc), Sitting for sustained periods of time, Standing for sustained periods of time, Lifting light, Driving

NA

Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position.

Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day.

Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above

NA

If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.

NA

• Required Documents Resume
• Optional Documents Cover Letter
• Other
• Reference List

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.

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