Hiring company: Point Loma Nazarene University
The Point Loma Nazarene University community is, and intends to be, a decidedly Christian community, as exhibited by our shared beliefs, corporate practices, and Christlike character.
JOB SUMMARY
Join one of the most stimulating and active Departments on Campus. If you have a passion for students, and all things written, this position is ideal for you. We are looking to hire an Assistant to provide support services to the Department of Literature, Journalism, Writing and Languages. This position requires someone with a friendly disposition, strong communication skills, who is highly organized, detail-oriented. The candidate must possess the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to multi-task with frequent interruptions.JOB STATUS
Time:
Full time***
What a typical week looks like:
- Facilitate and assist the department chair and faculty with anticipating and meeting the needs of students and faculty by maintaining a well-organized and professional office, filing, copying, processing mail, ordering supplies, assisting with office equipment, and all other duties required for efficient office operation.
- Serve as a receptionist for students and visitors during regular hours, in person and on the phone responding to student, faculty, and staff questions in a professional and friendly manner.
- Assist in the management of department finances, including credit card charges, oversight of student employees using the Workday system.
- Assist faculty with check requests, purchase orders, and other purchasing and accounting details, as well as helping with any special course needs as time allows.
- Be responsible for the Emergency Response in the BAC.
Here is some of what you’ll need:
- Two years secretarial and clerical experience, including experience with Word and Excel. Ability and willingness to quickly learn new software (especially including Live Text, Canvas, Power Point, and Workday
- Understanding of and commitment to the spiritual mission of Point Loma Nazarene University.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to use independent judgment in prioritizing, producing, and supervising tasks. Flexibility and sensitivity to the needs of students and faculty are essential.
- Positive, friendly disposition and the ability to establish, develop, and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, and students.
- Accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to work as a team player. Command of correct English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
What you’ll receive for the great work you provide:
- Benefits of medical, dental, vision
- Competitive Retirement Matching
- Paid Time Off 15 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick time
- Tuition benefits for employees and dependents
- Opportunities to engage with our community including staff chapel, monthly lunches, and robust wellness program
Physical Requirements:
The work is primarily sedentary and may require sitting for extended periods. Use of computer equipment: computer keyboard, mouse, and monitor. Vision to read documents, email and other correspondence, and reports on paper and computer monitor. Hearing and speaking to communicate effectively with others in person and by phone. Will also stand, stoop, push, pull, and lift up to 20 lbs throughout the day.
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Point Loma Nazarene University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures. In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide quality educational and employment opportunities, PLNU actively encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups in higher education.