Position Details Advertising/Posting Title Assistant to the Director of Student Life Diversity Statement The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are required to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal. Posting Summary Provide administrative support and coordination for the Director of Student Life. Compile information and conduct research; draft communications; plan and implement events; manage the Director’s calendar; screen and prioritize inquiries and requests; coordinate logistics and travel arrangements. Assist the Director with meeting preparation by providing detailed agendas and background materials, perform note taking at meetings; provide project support for departmental, divisional and institutional initiatives; collaborate with the department Leadership Team on strategic initiatives and assessment of department-wide projects; and provide general administrative support. As a primary point of contact within Student Life on behalf of the Director, exhibit sensitivity, professionalism, and confidentiality when responding to email, telephone, chat, and in-person inquiries from all stakeholders (students, families, academic and administrative collaborators, and external entities), and provide detailed information and referrals across a wide range of topics. Design and coordinate processes that aid effective department operations and improve efficiency. Reports to the Director of Student Life and works closely with the Student Life Leadership Team and other members in the Department of Student Life. Support the mission, philosophies, and priorities of the Department of Student Life, Division of Student Affairs ( DOSA ), and UVM , including the promotion of an inclusive and engaged experience for students and staff of all races, ethnicities, religions, national origins, genders, sexual orientations, abilities and ages. Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) Associate’s degree in relevant field (or equivalent experience) and two years’ relevant professional experience. Resourcefulness, sensitivity, flexibility, and attention to detail. Effective administrative, time management, and communication skills. Must possess multicultural humility and a demonstrated commitment to diversity, social justice, and fostering a collaborative, inclusive environment. Proficiency in Microsoft productivity tools (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and a demonstrated ability to learn new applications (e.g. Drupal, Adobe Acrobat, Slate). Desirable Qualifications Experience working within higher education or with students. Event planning experience is desirable. Anticipated Pay Range $23.50-$25.65/hr Other Information Review of applications will begin January 6. Special Conditions A probationary period may be required, A probationary period may be required for current UVM employees, Background Check required for this position FLSA Non-Exempt Union Position No Posting Details Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice. Job Open Date 01/02/2025 Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) Open Until Filled No Position Information Position Title Univ Ops Administration OC3 N Posting Number S5469PO Department Student Life/30454 Position Number 00027442 Employee FTE 1.0 Employee Term 12 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). + Please specify here where applicable. Enter "NA" if not applicable. (Open Ended Question) + How did you hear about this employment opportunity? + American Alliance of Museums + American Association for Affirmative Action + BostonWorks + Burlington Free Press + CareerBuilder + Chronicle of Higher Education + Community Organization (Please specify below) + Consortium of Higher Ed LGBT Resource Professionals + Craig's List + CUPA + Department of Labor + Diverse Issues in Higher Education + DiversityDB + Diversity, Inc. + Facebook + Glassdoor + HBCU + HERC + HigherEdJobs + Hispanic Outlook + Indeed + Inside Higher Ed + Job Central + Job Fair + JobsinVT + LatPro + LinkedIn + Listserv (Please specify below) + Monster + NAFSA: Association of International Educators + NACUBO + NCAA Job Market + NEACAC + PoliceOne + Rutland Herald + Seven Days + SHRM + St. Albans Messenger + Trade Show/Conference (Please specify below) + Twitter + UVM Catamount Job Link + UVM Employee (Please specify below) + UVM Employment Web Site + Vermont JobLink + VermontJobs.com + Vermont Library Association + Women in Higher Education + Workplace Diversity + Zip Recruiter + Other (Please specify below) Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents + Resume + Cover Letter/Letter of Application Optional Documents