Program Assistant , University Libraries

Program Assistant I, University Libraries

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. The successful individual will have knowledge and experience with, or will readily learn USD and SDBOR Human Resources and Payroll systems, policies and procedures; demonstrate a record of excellent interpersonal skills; demonstrate effective written and spoken communication;

have experience in using Microsoft Office applications; and have experience with or an interest in event planning.

Responsibilities includes managing all aspects of library employee hiring, onboarding and personnel processes; supporting 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; and support administrative processes related to grants and externally-funded projects and programs.

The position is based at I.D. Weeks Library on the USD campus in Vermillion, SD. Hybrid work is an option. The University of South Dakota offers a wide range of benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, paid holidays and retirement plans. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matched contribution to the state retirement system. Employees also have access to reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.

Advertised Salary
- Starting rate $21.41; commensurate with qualifications.

Duration of the Term - 12 months

Appointment Percent - 100

Work Hours
- Monday-Friday, 8:00 am- 5:00 pm. Some evenings or weekends may be required.

Department Description and Cultural Expectations
- The University Libraries, through the I.D. Weeks Library in Vermillion, the Wegner Health Sciences Library in Sioux Falls, statewide virtual library services and library services on the USD-Sioux Falls campus, advances teaching, learning, research, and patient care throughout South Dakota and across the nation.

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.

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