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Form of workPG193941SP
Internal Recruitment:No
Working Title:Professional Development Support Specialist
Anticipated Hiring Range:Commensurate with Experience ($46,000-$48,000)
Work Schedule:Monday through Friday, 8am - 5pm
Job Location:Raleigh, NC
Department:040101 - Graduate School-Dean's Office
About the Department:NC State has given students the opportunity to earn advanced degrees for over 125 years. Graduate instruction was first offered at NC State in 1893, with the first master’s degree conferred in 1894 and the first doctoral degree conferred in 1926. In the years since, the Graduate School has grown steadily and now supports advanced study and original research in the fields of agriculture and life sciences, design, education, engineering, natural resources, humanities and social sciences, management, physical and mathematical sciences, textiles, and veterinary medicine. In addition, there are many exciting interdisciplinary programs that cross traditional boundaries.
At the Graduate School, we are committed to transforming graduate education at NC State—to prepare our best and brightest students as true leaders ready to tackle the critical issues that challenge our state, nation, and world. The Graduate School of the future will prepare career-ready students with a true competitive edge through a new focus on professionally-oriented training designed for the real world.
For more information on the Graduate School, please visit grad.ncsu.edu.
The Professional Development Support specialist reports directly to the Assistant Dean for Professional Development in the Graduate School. The main purpose of this position is to provide administrative support to the Assistant Dean for Professional Development and members of the Professional Development Team.
In this role, you will support, manage and assist with all activities and aspects relating to the Professional Development Team’s programs, events, and offerings. This role will offer the opportunity to serve as a generalist, specialist, and analyst work as there is an array of duties that involve attention detail, scheduling, organizing, data management, website updates and various other responsibilities.
If you are looking to be a part of a highly productive and thriving team in our Graduate School which provides Professional Development for graduate students and postdoctoral scholars and enhances the programming content, strategic vision, and workflows of the team, we encourage you to apply.
- Attending team meetings and retreats to plan, discuss and implement goals and initiatives.
- Managing administrative functions associated with the position and following protocols established by
- the team.
- Working collaboratively with the team and external partners to ensure the success of professional
- development activities, events and endeavors.
- Contributing to team research and publishing projects.
- Assist the Associate Dean with the scheduling of meetings as well as other administrative tasks and projects as assigned
High School Diploma or equivalency and one year of related office experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Other Required Qualifications:- Experience and/or familiarity with Professional Development programs, organizing large events and interacting with the public.
- Experience with Collaborative tools (Google Workspace, Microsoft Office) or similar software.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills along with the ability to convey information to others effectively and efficiently.
- Detail-oriented and can make a conscious effort to understand causes instead of just the effects.
- Organizational skills that involve a systematic process of structuring, integrating, coordinating task goals and activities to attain objectives.
- Collaborative, collegial attitude that promotes success for the entire Professional Development team; this role is integral to the success of the Professional Development team’s efforts and initiatives.
- Proven expertise in online course management systems such as, Moodle, Sakai, Canvas, Blackboard or similar type systems.
- Professional level experience with event, social media and website content managementa
- Project management software (ie. base camp, smartsheet, etc), or similar type systems
- Working collaboratively with a team to organize and support programs in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Experience working with a wide-variety individuals, including international populations.
- Working in a higher education setting.
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Valid NC Driver's License required:No
Commercial Driver's License Required?:No
Job Open Date:04/19/2024
Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.):04/29/2024
Notice to Applicants:Please note that the work history on your resume, must also be included in your application.
Special Instructions:Please upload resume/CV and contact information for three professional references.
Position Number:00100440
Position Type:SHRA
Position Classification Band Title:Administrative Support Specialist
Position Classification Band Level:Journey
Position Classification Salary Range:$ 34,602 - $ 58,870
Salary Grade Equivalency:GN06
Alternate Option:If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week):1.00
Appointment:12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather:Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events:Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Time Limited Position:No
Department Id:040101 - Graduate School-Dean's Office
AA/EEO:NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
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