Program Assistant , University Libraries

Program Assistant I, University Libraries

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The University Libraries seeks a motivated, communicative and well-organized team member to advance the libraries’ support for the mission of the University of South Dakota.

• Manage all aspects of library employee hiring, onboarding and personnel processes.
• Support the dean of libraries through the management of calendars, communication and coordination with internal and external constituencies.
• Coordinate the libraries’ campus/public-facing events.
• Develop and maintain administrative policies.
• Ensure and carry out library-wide information management.
• Support administrative processes related to grants and externally-funded projects and programs.

• Knowledge and experience with or willingness to learn USD and SDBOR Human Resources and Payroll systems, policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated record of excellent interpersonal skills and effective written and spoken communication.
• Experience in using Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with or an interest in event planning.

• Posting Number CSA
  02504P
• Department USD-Libraries
• Location Vermillion
• Posting Date 10/20/2025
• Closing Date Open Until Filled
• First Consideration Date 11/10/2025
• Salary $20.89-$22.66
• Appointment Type Regular, 100% FTE
• Hours Monday-Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm; some evenings or weekends may be required.

• Working Conditions & Exposures: typical office environment; describe any additional conditions as needed.
• Physical Requirements:
  
  Repetitive Motion; use of both hands; describe any conditions.
• Sensory Requirements:
  Hearing, Speaking, Vision (with/without corrective lenses).

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.

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