Program Assistant I--Arts and Sciences

Posting Details

Posting Details

Logo Institution The University of South Dakota Working Title Program Assistant I--Arts and Sciences Posting Number CSA02555P Department USD-College of Arts & Sciences Physical Location of Position (City) Vermillion Posting Text

Duties

The College of Arts & Sciences at the University of South Dakota is seeking a Program Assistant 1 to provide administrative support to the Dean’s Office and College activities. This is a 12-month, hourly position, with a start date as soon as possible. Duties will include:

• Act as liaison with other offices and departments, including the President’s and Provost’s offices, the Registrar, Accounting, Graduate School, Continuing and Distance Education, and other academic units, as well as the faculty, staff, and public.
• Develop and track internal policies and procedures, including personnel/HR, academic/student policies, record-keeping, annual evaluation and promotion process, hiring and searches.
• Coordinate and oversee college functions, events, and activities, including student and faculty recognition.
• Maintain calendars for the deans and schedule meetings for college committees.
• Create and/or edit written correspondence for a variety of audiences.
• Hire and supervise graduate assistants assigned to the Dean’s Office.
  
  

Posting Date 12/14/2025 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 12/22/2025 Advertised Salary $20.50-$23.00 Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Work Hours

8am-5pm M-F, or (7:30am-4:30pm M-F during the summer)

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 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.

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Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements

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Physical Requirements

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standard office work, typing, filing, etc.

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Optional Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Reference List