| Title: | Center for Structural & Functional Neuroscience Program Coord (Program Coordinator I) - #293730 |
| Position Type: | Staff |
| Department: | Biomedical & Pharmaceutical Sciences |
| Closing Date: | 5pm 1/12/2009 Post marked dates are not accepted |
| Schedule: | Full-time, 12 months/year 1.0 FTE |
| Entry Rate: | $11.331/hr. - $11.655/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
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Position serves as the Program Coordinator for CSFN functions. Duties include but are not limited to: providing administrative support to the
CSFN Program Director and Financial Officer; coordinating events and programs (annual offsite neuroscience retreat, summer undergraduate
research program, Brain Awareness Week outreach program); coordinating group travel; organizing meetings and seminars for the Center;
providing day-to-day financial account maintenance (processing invoices and travel expenses, account reconciliations, monitoring, reporting,
and documenting grant awards); recruiting, training, and supervising student support staff and undergraduate research fellows; creating new
curriculum for outreach program; updating the Center’s website with accurate information; gathering, compiling, and organizing information
and data; creating related database and maintaining accurate files and reports
Position will learn and apply The University of Montana policies and procedures; perform duties independently as well as a team member;
conduct research and attend meetings to expand his/her knowledge of Research Administration Best Practices; demonstrate knowledge of
finance principles; demonstrate knowledge of or the ability to learn grant management policies and procedures; demonstrate skill in the
operation of personal computers and related word processing software (Microsoft Word, Excel) with the ability to learn new and specialized
software; demonstrate ability to navigate the Internet; knowledge of or the ability to learn web maintenance software; demonstrate knowledge
of professional office practices and procedures; business English, spelling, composition, and grammar, including the ability to create, edit, and
prepare documents and related materials; demonstrate knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures; effective public relations,
interpersonal, and communication skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of
individuals; demonstrate organizational, time management, and multi-tasking skills and ability to meet deadlines with attention to detail;
illustrate ability to problem solve and make sound decisions
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| Minimum Job Qualifications |
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High school graduation and three (3) years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
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| Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities |
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Demonstrated knowledge of professional office practices and procedures; business English, spelling, composition, and grammar
Effective public relations, interpersonal, and communication skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Knowledge of accounting practices and procedures
Ability to plan and organize related functions and events; arrange travel accommodations
Demonstrated skill in the operation of personal computers and related word processing software
Demonstrated knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality; accurate files and records
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| How To Apply/Submitting Materials |
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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:
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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.
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