Job Summary:
In the role of Administrative Assistant in the Arts & Science Department, the candidate will provide administrative support, ensuring smooth operations and effective communication. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual who is passionate about education and wants to contribute to the success of our institution.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Ø Receptionist for Science Center Building. Answer and direct calls for the Arts & Science Department. Must demonstrate proper phone etiquette.
Ø Pick up and deliver department mail to/from Administration Building on a daily basis or as needed.
Ø Serves as key operator for copy machines, and daily operations of office equipment. Contacts service representative as needed. Assists with copying as requested.
Ø Manage/order supplies for the Arts & Science department.
Ø Organizes and updates bulletin boards in Science Center building.
Ø Responsible for monitoring and assisting with the computer lab.
Ø Other related duties as assigned in the performance of his/her responsibilities and as mutually agreed upon to the benefit of Sinte Gleska University.
Qualifications & Experience:
Ø Responsible person with an AA degree in Secretarial Science or related field.
Ø A high school diploma or GED certificate with five (5) years' experience would be considered.
Ø Excellent computer skills, experience answering telephones and ability to operate a calculator, as well as excellent organizational skills, and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, faculty and the general public.
Ø Individual must possess and perform duties in a timely manner with minimum supervision.
Ø Individual must possess and perform duties in a timely manner with minimum supervision.
Ø A Lakota speaker preferred.
Ø Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
Ø Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Ø Must be able to work cooperatively with faculty, students and staff in a team-oriented environment.
Ø Individual must have reliable transportation
Confidentiality:
The SGU employee agrees to maintain strict confidentiality regarding FERPA, HIPAA, and the contents of all Sinte Gleska University correspondence, student records, personnel files and fiscal data.
Additional Information:
Sinte Gleska University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religious preference, age, handicap, marital status, political preference, or membership or non- membership in an employee organization, except as allowed by the Indian preference provision of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended.
The SGU employee is responsible for ensuring that his/her personnel file is current with regard to official evidence of educational qualifications and experiences. Failure to do so prior to start of the contract year may result in not receiving compensation commensurate with claimed advancement in promotional steps.
To apply submit a completed SGU job application with a copy of your HS Diploma or equivalent, Resume, Transcripts, Verification of College Degree(s), Certificates, Driver License, Tribal ID or abstract. Submit completed application with attachments to the HR Department. For further information contact Vijayakumar Chebrolu, Human Resource Director @ SGU Administration Building or call 605-856-8261/email vijayakumar.chebrolu@sintegleska.edu. Applications are available on the SGU website under job opportunities. The position is open until filled. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Sinte Gleska University (SGU) is one of the preeminent tribal colleges in the nation. SGU offers certificate progams, AA degrees, Bachelors and Masters degrees. SGU is in its 52nd year of operating as an institution of post-secondary education, serving the Rosebud Sioux Tribe in south-central South Dakota. Sinte Gleska is one of the oldest tribal colleges in the nation, and was the first tribal college to offer the Bachelors and Masters degrees. SGU is fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and has teacher education programs and nursing programs that are credentialed by state boards. Within the last 2 years, the college has become approved for distance education. The mission of Sinte Gleska University is:
Sinte Gleska University strives to build a healthy tribal nation and sustain cultural identity by developing critical-minded lifelong learners who promote dialogue and analysis, value diversity and provide leadership.