What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Support Specialist position at GSST?
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Provides administrative and program support to the GSST Director and the Governor’s School for Science and Technology.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Point of contact for GSST
- Provide clerical support for the Director and Instructors.
- Serve a POC for GSST website and social media accounts.
- Provide clerical support for divisional recruitment presentations
- Provide clerical support with Power School and GSST online application system
- Assist with the creation of departmental specific publications.
- Provide clerical support for major events i.e. New Student Orientation/Open House, Jr Parent Mentorship Night, Senior Research Symposium, GSSST Junior Science & Engineering Fair, Mentorship Appreciation & Academic Awards Ceremony, School Counselor Breakfast, College Planning Parent Seminars.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills, with an ability to become familiar with organization-specific programs and software. Proficiency in Google Suite applications is a must.
- Comprehensive knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
- Strong time management and planning skills
- Strong writing and editing skills
- Ability to network and interact with community and business leaders
- Ability to multi-task with several assignments
- Must have good organizational, human relations, and communication skills.
MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
High School Diploma (Associate degree in business management or a related discipline is desirable) and considerable progressively responsible experience as a school and administrative assistant or office manager; or any equivalent combination of education and experience that would provide the above-noted knowledge, skill, and ability.