The University of Connecticut, School of Engineering is seeking a full time Program Assistant I (UCP 3). The successful individual will support and coordinate various program and administrative duties for the areas of Engineering Computing Services, Machine and Electrical Shops. This position reports directly to the Engineering Technical Director. Duties include: assisting the Learning Center’s operations via scheduling and work force management; preparing and monitoring budgets, revenues and expenditures, assisting with monitoring, training and reporting all services associated to each service area; facilitating all building maintenance through a work order system; providing support by constantly communicating our services via web, posters or other technologies.
**Minimum Qualifications:**Bachelor’s degree in sciences, engineering, or business, or equivalent combination of education and experience; one to three years progressively responsible administrative support experience; computer skills with a solid knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel; ability to meet deadlines; resolve problems efficiently, effectively and independently; good communication and interpersonal skills; and excellent oral and written communication skills.
**Preferred Qualifications:**Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with others; and knowledge of HTML-Website Maintenance, PeopleSoft system and University Kuali Financial System.
Salary will commensurate with experience.
Qualified applicants should apply online at the University of Connecticut’s Husky Hire System and upload a cover letter, resume, and contact information of three professional references. Screening of applications will begin immediately. Employment of the successful candidate will be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:59 PM eastern on April 1, 2014.
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*The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.*