Job Information
Minnesota State Administrative Assistant - Construction Trades, Transportation, & Manufacturing -Office & Admin Specialist Senior in RIVR - Albert Lea Campus, Minnesota
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Working Title:
Administrative Assistant - Construction Trades, Transportation, & Manufacturing -Office & Admin Specialist Senior
Institution:
Riverland Community College
Classification Title:
Office & Admin Specialist Sr
Bargaining Unit / Union:
206: AFSCME - Clerical and Office
City:
RIVR - Albert Lea Campus
FLSA:
Non Job Exempt
Full Time / Part Time:
Full time
Employment Condition:
Classified - Unlimited
Salary Range:
$21.90 - $31.21
Job Description
This job is located in Albert Lea, Minnesota.
Must supply cover letter and resume to be considered for this position.
This position provides administrative support for the Dean of Academic Affairs: Construction Trades, Transportation, & Manufacturing and serves as the lead staff supporting the Albert Lea Campus Director. This position assists the Dean with fiscal management, onboarding, and ongoing support to faculty, organizational skills to managing the Dean’s calendar, maintain reports and records, schedule courses, meetings, classrooms, and faculty workloads, as well as providing daily trouble-shooting and problem-solving when student or staff issues arise.
Salary Range:
$45,727 - $61,909
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of:
Fluently communicate, read, understand, and respond to a variety of communications, such as customers’ questions, product catalogs, requisitions, purchase orders, detailed instructions and procedures, inventory records, and distribution lists.
Prepare responses to routine inquiries; apply accurate spelling and grammar in written communications; write, prepare, and edit materials using correct spelling, punctuation, grammar, and sentence construction. Proficiency in electronic calendar management and electronic record keeping.
Intermediate skills with computer software applications to create word documents, spreadsheets, tables, charts, graphs, and presentations.
Ability to:
Answer telephones, direct calls, and take messages; communicate effectively with internal and external customers; understand and be understood during interactions with others.
A high degree of accuracy is needed to ensure that documents are clear, concise, and correct and that office correspondence is produced in a business-like manner.
Must be able to manage time to work on several different projects on an ongoing basis and utilize organizational skills to complete own tasks.
Team player, organized, and able to multitask.
Preferred Qualification
AAS Degree-Administrative Support Career Program Specialist or equivalent degree or higher.
Prior MinnState experience and familiarity with appropriate system applications.
Advanced knowledge of specialized software such as Microsoft Office as well as purchasing and scheduling software.
Experience in coordinating events and meetings with internal and external customers.
Bilingual/multilingual fluent in Spanish, Somali, Karen, Anuak, Nuer, or other languages that reflect our student body, workforce, and communities.
Demonstrated experience working with multicultural and underserved populations.
Other Requirements
A complete online application will include a letter of interest and resume/curriculum vitae. Please note that the search committee will not review incomplete applications.
This position requires completing employment references and a driver’s license background check.
Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)
8:00 am to 4:30 pm / Monday - Friday
Telework (Yes/No)
No
About
Riverland Community College is dedicated to fostering an environment where employees, students, and the region thrive. Guided by our vision, mission, and values, we provide excellent opportunities for every student to reach their academic and career goals. Our values focus on cultivating student growth through service, collaboration, innovation, and respect. We offer a supportive and innovative culture that values individual and team contribution, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Diversity and Inclusion: We are dedicated to continually developing a workforce that mirrors the diversity of our students and communities. We recognize the value of diverse experiences and perspectives, which enhance our ability to serve the people of our region effectively.
Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Commitment: Riverland is an emerging Hispanic-Serving Institution. We welcome candidates with an understanding of HSIs and the Latinx student experience, further enriching our inclusive community.
Student-Centered Education: With small class sizes, personalized instruction, and hands-on learning. Riverland offers student-centered education that empowers individuals to succeed. Our diverse range of credit and non-credit courses caters to various learning modalities.
Program Offerings: With campuses in Albert Lea, Austin, and Owatonna, Riverland offers associate degrees in over 90 career options, liberal arts and sciences, and customized training, providing comprehensive educational opportunities for all.
Community and Quality of Life: Located in southern Minnesota, our region boasts excellent public and parochial education systems, diverse recreational activities for all seasons, and upscale communities, enriching both personal and professional lives.
Join Riverland Community College, where dedication to employees, students, and the region drives excellence in education and service.
To learn more about Riverland or Minnesota State, visit www.riverland.edu or www.minnstate.edu .
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
Desired Start Date:
05-15-2025
Position End Date:
Open Date:
04-10-2025
Close Date:
04-29-2025
Posting Contact Name:
Mary Ellen Greeley Abdo
Posting Contact Email:
ym8641wc@minnstate.edu