What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Secretary position at South Dakota Board of Regents?
Working Title
Senior Secretary
Posting Number
CSA02769P
Department
USD-School of Education
Physical Location of Position (City)
Vermillion
Posting Text
This position is the first point of contact for current and prospective students and a resource for faculty members. The position maintains data collection systems for tracking student information, progress, and programs.
Position responsibilities would prefer a candidate with the following skills:
Apply online at https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu/
Inquiries should be directed to Jacqueline Wilber, Director, Center for Student and Professional Services (Jackie.wilber@usd.edu). This position is grant funded. Continued employment is subject to acceptable performance and availability of grant funds.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship, candidates must be able to work in the United States.
Position responsibilities would prefer a candidate with the following skills:
- Strong administrative and office skills
- Experience with standard office software, especially databases and calendar/scheduling software
- Strong customer service skills
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to work effectively with students, faculty/staff, and external stakeholders
- Ability to handle stressful situations
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
- Ability to maintain accurate records and files, both manual and electronic
- Ability to work independently
- Accounting principles, billing and bookkeeping skills
Apply online at https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu/
Inquiries should be directed to Jacqueline Wilber, Director, Center for Student and Professional Services (Jackie.wilber@usd.edu). This position is grant funded. Continued employment is subject to acceptable performance and availability of grant funds.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship, candidates must be able to work in the United States.
Posting Date
09/10/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
First Consideration Date
09/17/2026
Advertised Salary
based on experience and internal equity
Duration of the Term
12 months
If Other, describe duration
federal grant-funded position until 9/30/2028
Appointment Percent
100
Work Hours
Normal business hours,
Typical Hours Worked Per Week
Appointment Type
Regular
Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)
If internal, define scope of search
This position requires
No Requirement
If other, please indicate
Department Description and Cultural Expectations
THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH DAKOTA: The University of South Dakota is a comprehensive; liberal arts based state institution with an enrollment over 10,000 students. Basic and professional programs are available in the School of Education, School of Business, School of Law, School of Medicine, School of Health Sciences, College of Fine Arts, and the College of Arts and Sciences.
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION: The School of Education is organized into four basic Divisions: Teacher Residency & Education: Educational Leadership; Counseling and Psychology in Education; and Kinesiology & Sport Management. Graduate work is available through the doctorate in several program areas. The Education unit is accredited/approved by CAEP.
The School of Education Center for Student and Professional Services (CSPS) offers candidates an energetic and creative environment to assist students throughout their degree program. In addition to academic advising, the CSPS’s staff recruit prospective students in conjunction with USD Admissions, assist students with information and resources for Praxis testing, and provide placement and certification services. The Center is located in Delzell School of Education and serves as a resource for faculty and staff and K-12 partner districts.
The School of Education Center for Student and Professional Services (CSPS) offers candidates an energetic and creative environment to assist students throughout their degree program. In addition to academic advising, the CSPS’s staff recruit prospective students in conjunction with USD Admissions, assist students with information and resources for Praxis testing, and provide placement and certification services. The Center is located in Delzell School of Education and serves as a resource for faculty and staff and K-12 partner districts.
USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse. EEO. Diversity and Inclusiveness are values that are embraced and practiced at the University of South Dakota. Candidates who support these values are encouraged to apply.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.
Salary : $42,314 - $60,154