Title: Program Assistant - #064690
Position Type: Staff
Department: Bitterroot College Program of The University of Montana
Closing Date: 5:00pm, Friday, August 27, 2010 Post marked dates are not accepted
Schedule: Full-time, 12 months/year 1.0 FTE
Location: Hamilton, Montana
Entry Rate: $10.50/hr.
Benefits: Medical Insurance/Mandatory Retirement/Professional Development/Partial Tuition Waiver/Wellness
Union: Montana Public Employees Association
Probation: Subject to a minimum 6-month Probationary Period

Primary Functions

Position supports the Bitterroot College Program (BCP) by conducting all administrative functions including student recruitment, student enrollment services, and program coordination. Position also serves as the primary contact for the BCP. Duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Advising current and prospective college students on admissions, financial aid, general course selection, registration, and University policies and procedures
  • Conducting career exploration, new student information, and new student orientation sessions
  • Managing registration and fee collection for BCP continuing education programming
  • Managing BCP textbook sales and buyback services
  • Training, scheduling, and supervising work study students and volunteers
  • Scheduling appointments for the Interim Director and scheduling/coordinating BCP events
  • Producing attractive, professional, clearly written communications
  • Managing time and projects appropriately while ensuring accuracy and exhibiting excellent customer service skills
  • Assisting and collaborating with the BCP Interim Director, BCP Steering Committee, UM/UM-COT representatives, educational partners, and local stakeholders in the development and implementation of local adult learning services

    The job location for this position is in Hamilton, Montana. This position works occasional evenings and weekends, and travels occasionally for presentations and meetings.

    Position will demonstrate: timely management of communications and processes; high degree of initiative in performing the duties of the position, as well as a high degree of independence; excellent communication skills, including oral, written, and listening to audiences appropriately; excellent customer service skills, including resourcefulness; quality interpersonal skills including the ability to work with a diverse group of people at all levels of the organization; attention to detail and strong organizational skills; demonstrated computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, with the ability to learn new software and various web applications; creativity and flexibility; the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a busy environment; the ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
  • Minimum Job Qualifications

  • High school graduation and two to three (2 - 3) years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Effective public relations, interpersonal and oral communication skills with the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with a diverse group of individuals
  • Demonstrated organizational, time management, and multi-tasking skills and ability to meet deadlines in a busy environment with attention to detail
  • Demonstrated skill and ability to operate personal computers, website management, related word processing, spreadsheet and database software
  • Demonstrated ability to write, edit and lay out documents and materials in a variety of formats suitable for the intended audience
  • Demonstrated ability to handle and reconcile financial transactions
  • Demonstrated ability to plan and schedule meetings and events
  • Demonstrated skill in fast, accurate keyboarding, proofreading and editing
  • Demonstrated skill and ability to operate standard office equipment: printers, copiers, fax machine, multi-line phone system
  • Ability to maintain a consistently professional, personable demeanor
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of or previous experience using web applications
  • Experience using Banner
  • How To Apply/Submitting Materials

    Prepare the following and specifically address the position number and title applying for and the above-described knowledge, skills, abilities, and job qualifications in your Cover Letter:
  • Cover Letter: referencing the position title, number, and department and addressing the above-described knowledge, skills, abilities, and job qualifications
  • Resume: detailed listing of education and describing work experience
  • 3 Professional References
  • Background Check Authorization
  • Self-Identification

    All materials can be submitted via one of the following methods:

  • Human Resource Services
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    Notices & Disclaimers

    Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment
    In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.

    ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference
    Qualified candidates must be able to meet minimum requirements and perform the primary functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. As an Equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, Vietnam era veterans, and women. This material is available in an alternative format upon request. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ preference in accordance with state law.

    References
    *References in addition to those listed on the application may be contacted without applicant's prior approval.

    Testing
    Individual hiring departments at UM-M may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions.