Position Announcement: Minnesota Sea Grant Executive Office and Administrative Assistant Position
The Minnesota Sea Grant Program, a part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) Sea Grant Program, is seeking an Executive Office and Administrative Specialist. This position, affiliated with the University of Minnesota, offers a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment.
The primary role of the Executive Office and Administrative Specialist involves supporting the smooth operation of the front office and assisting scientists, extension educators, and communicators with diverse program-related tasks. Essential duties include organizing electronic and printed information, performing data searches and analyses, creating displays, handling packing and shipping, managing inventory, supporting scientists and stakeholders, and assisting with program preparation and delivery. While knowledge or interest in water sciences is a plus, it is not a requirement, and training is provided.
Preferred qualifications for this position emphasize the candidate’s organizational skills and ability to work collaboratively across various program areas.
Benefits specific to this position at Minnesota Sea Grant are not explicitly stated, but as a university-affiliated role located at the University of Minnesota Duluth campus, typical benefits often include access to university resources and possibly standard student employment perks. These may include low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans, excellent retirement plans with employer contribution, healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts, continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Scholarship, and University HSA contributions.
Moreover, the position is an AFSCME clerical bargaining unit position. Additional benefits include financial counseling services, disability insurance, employer-paid life insurance, an employee wellbeing program, and an Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost.
Applications for the position must be submitted online. To apply, search for job opening 358735 on UMN HR Search Jobs. The application review date is December 10, 2023. Current AFSCME employees must submit their applications 7 calendar days before bargaining unit consideration. For any application-related queries, please email [email protected].
It is worth noting that the University of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. Smoking and chewing tobacco, as well as the use of electronic cigarettes, are prohibited on all UMD property.
This position offers an excellent opportunity for an organised and collaborative individual to contribute to the smooth operation of the Minnesota Sea Grant Program while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package and the support of a dynamic team.
The extensive benefits package associated with the Minnesota Sea Grant Program's Executive Office and Administrative Specialist role includes financial counseling services, discounted medical, dental, and pharmacy plans, excellent retirement options, healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts, continuous learning opportunities, and University HSA contributions. Additionally, this position is a part of the AFSCME clerical bargaining unit, offering further benefits like disability insurance, employer-paid life insurance, an employee wellbeing program, and an Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost.
