Title: Executive Assistant to the Dean of Libraries
Location: UMass Amherst, W.E.B. Du Bois Library
Amherst, MA
Start date: As soon as possible
End date: June 28, 2024
Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm
Pay Rate: $20.50 per hour
CORI: Not Required
Description:
This full-time position (37.5 hours per week) will be responsible for providing support to the Dean of University Libraries at UMass Amherst in the W. E. B. Du Bois Library.
Supervision received:

• This position reports to the Dean, University Libraries

Supervision exercised:

• N/A

Responsibilities:

• Provide support to the Dean with regard to calendar and scheduling needs
• Assist with document inventory
• Assist with developing and confirming candidate itineraries, scheduling meetings (e.g., interview meetings and search kick-off meetings), preparing information packets for finalists, and creating onboarding binders and calendars for new staff joining the libraries
• Provide written communications on behalf of the Dean as requested
• Provide logistical support for library events
• Provide support to other Library Leadership Team members as needed

Minimum Entrance Requirements:

• Considerable customer service experience, including the ability to interact with the public graciously and tactfully
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with others
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Proficiency with use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and a high level of proficiency with technology and equipment
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated experience using email, word processing, spreadsheet, and web-based software applications
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills

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