OFFICE SUPPORT ASSISTANT IV - Department of Physics & Astronomy

Department of Physics & Astronomy

The Department of Physics & Astronomy in the College of Arts & Science is hiring an Office Support Assistant IV to support the Department and provide support to the department chair. In this job, you will have the opportunity to coordinate events, support the faculty recruiting process, and assist faculty with transitioning to campus. You will work collaboratively and creatively with a team of staff. If this sounds like an interesting and rewarding environment and you are organized, productive, and like to help people, we encourage you to apply. The Department of Physics and Astronomy tackles a wide range of cutting-edge research topics including the physics and chemistry of comets, galaxy formation and astrophysics.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Chair with projects and event calendars
• Communicate with faculty to properly document their Promotion and Tenure (P & T) submissions
• Manage and coordinate travel arrangements such as booking and purchasing flights, reserving car rentals, hotels, and conference registrations
• Schedule and coordinate virtual and in-person meetings for alumni and faculty
• Serve as a resource for departments
• Perform additional administrative duties to support the Physics and Astronomy departments

This position is located in the Physics and Astronomy Building.

The shift is generally Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm with some flexibility of start and end time.

High school diploma or equivalent and at least 5 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Salary Range: $16.00 to $19.92 hourly

Grade: GGS - 006

University Title: Office Support Assistant IV

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Please submit a cover letter and resume.

Visa Sponsorship Information:
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

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