Incumbent's job duties consist of managing the Department's various ad hoc Special Projects in Film, Television and Digital Media; in addition, this position provides general analytical support to the faculty, Chair, Vice-Chairs, Area Heads and MSO. Tasks primarily revolve around five key areas: 1) management of departmental internal and external communications, 2) support of departmental interactions and projects with alumni, foundations, and other external entities, 3) event management and support, 4) undergraduate program management, and 5) miscellaneous Special Projects on an as-needed basis.
Percentage of Time:
100
Shift Start:
8:00 am
Shift End:
5:00 pm
Qualifications for Position
16
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Qualifications
Required/Preferred
1. Ability to communicate effectively to a diverse clientele with diplomacy and command of subject matter.
Required
2. Demonstrated ability to write effectively and to the correct purpose.
Required
3. Demonstrated ability to form effective working relationships to accomplish goals and tasks and work as part of a team.
Required
4. Demonstrated skill in the effective and appropriate use of email and software for enhancing communication.
Required
5. Knowledge of confidentiality and security procedures for Chair's communications.
Preferred
6. Demonstrated skill in the use of database and spreadsheet software.
Required
7. Demonstrated skill in creating and managing paper and electronic files.
Required
8. Skill in prioritizing assignments to complete work in a timely manner when there are changes in workload, changes in assignment, frequent interruptions or distractions, competing requirements.
Required
9. Skill in working independently and following through on unit-wide goals with minimal or no direction.
Required
10. Ability to accept equivocal circumstances and take action where answers to a problem are not readily apparent.
Required
11. Skill in writing concise, logical, grammatically correct analytical reports.
Required
12. Demonstrated knowledge of film practice and film education to a detailed level.
Required
13. Demonstrated skill in working with faculty.
Required
14. Skill in conducting research on academic, technical and administrative issues. Ability to make clear, effective recommendations to management.
Required
15. Demonstrated skill in working with off-campus vendors to secure rates and contracts.
Required
16. Demonstrated skill in making logistical arrangements for events.
Required
Additional Posting Information
Bargaining Unit:
99-Policy Covered
Application Deadline:
03-20-2024
External Posting Date: