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University of Michigan Administrative Assistant - Hopwood Room and DRSL in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Administrative Assistant - Hopwood Room and DRSL
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How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Summary
This is a 2-year term-limited position (August 2024 to July 2026) that provides administrative staff support to the Hopwood program manager in the English Language & Literature Department as well as communications and project management support for one of the faculty leads of the Detroit River Story Lab.
Mission Statement
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.
Who We Are
The Hopwood Program at the University of Michigan manages some of the oldest and most prestigious creative writing contests in the nation. The Hopwood Program hosts 40+ contests and prizes for both undergraduate and graduate students. You can learn more about the Hopwood Room at https://lsa.umich.edu/hopwood/.
The University of Michigan's Detroit River Story Lab is an interdisciplinary, grant-funded initiative that partners with regional organizations to reconnect communities with the river and its stories. Through collaborative research, education, and engagement projects, our partnerships amplify marginalized voices and foreground the role of the river and its shores as sites of connection, stewardship, and healing. You can learn more about Detroit River Story Lab at https://sites.lsa.umich.edu/detroit-river-story-lab/.
Responsibilities*
Job duties include but are not limited to the following:
Hopwood Room: (75%)
Support the Hopwood Program Manager with administrative duties including but not limited to:
Staffing the Hopwood Room and maintaining the Hopwood Library
Helping to plan, promote, and staff Hopwood in-person and virtual events
Managing spreadsheets and creating documents related to the Hopwood contest including digital programs, event flyers, and lists of judges and contest winners
Creating and editing merge-mail letters and annual newsletter
Maintaining and improving the Hopwood website
DRSL: (25%)
Communications:
Website management and content creation
Newsletter editing and design
Social media management
Project Management:
Grant writing
Event planning & coordination
Oversight of student employees
Required Qualifications*
Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education/experience
Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues in a team environment
Commitment to customer service
Demonstrated initiative to gather information, analyze data and problem-solve both independently and as a part of a team
Excellent computer skills and advanced knowledge of MS Word and Excel
Ability to organize complex operations and to meet deadlines independently
Proven ability to manage projects from creation to successful completion
Ability to work and adapt in a fast-paced changing environment
Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple projects simultaneously and successfully meet deadlines
Desired Qualifications*
Strong organizational and communication skills
Familiarity with Wordpress, Mailchimp, AEM, Excel and Google Sheets
Graphic design experience and ability to create flyers in Canva or similar software
Event planning and coordination experience
Reasonable knowledge of University policies & procedures
Additional Information
The salary range for this position is $39,800 to $50,000, please note a higher salary may be offered based on equity and the selected candidate's experience.
As one of the world's great liberal arts colleges, LSA pushes the boundaries of what is understood about the human experience and the natural world, and we foster the next generation of rigorous and empathetic thinkers, creators, and contributors to the state of Michigan, the nation, and the world.
To learn more about diversity, equity, and inclusion in LSA, please visit lsa.umich.edu/lsa/dei (https://lsa.umich.edu/lsa/dei.html) .
To learn more about LSA's Mission, Vision and Values, please visit lsa.umich.edu/strategicvision .
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
251207
Working Title
Administrative Assistant - Hopwood Room and DRSL
Job Title
Administrative Assistant Inter
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Nonexempt
Organizational Group
College Of Lsa
Department
LSA English Language & Lit.
Posting Begin/End Date
7/03/2024 - 7/17/2024
Salary
$39,800.00 - $50,000.00
Career Interest
Administration
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