Center for Small Town Jewish Life - Operations
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The administrative assistant II provides office management and a wide range of administrative support duties for the Center for Small Town Jewish Life. This position supports the Center in ways that enhance the effectiveness and reputation of its operations and programs. Work involves the frequent exercise of sound judgment and initiative to see projects from beginning to completion. Frequent verbal and written communication is required within the College and with outside individuals and agencies. Colby College is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment where every member of the community feels a sense of respect and belonging.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
as an interest in and ability to learn new programs
KEY RELATIONSHIPS:
This position is supervised by the Deputy Director of the Center for Small Town Jewish Life. The administrative assistant will also work closely with the Center’s staff, and interact with members of the Colby community within and beyond the Center regularly. This is an office position without opportunities for teaching or student advising.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
General open office and campus environment. Position involves sitting, although frequent movement is necessary. Occasional evening and weekend work will be required as necessary. Occasional lifting is required. Computer usage involving repetitive hand/wrist motion is also necessary.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Successful and satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check).
TO APPLY:
Interested candidates should apply electronically by clicking the "Apply" button on the Colby Careers website. Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and the contact information of three professional references.
A review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Colby is a private, coeducational liberal arts college that admits students and makes employment decisions on the basis of the individual's qualifications to contribute to Colby's educational objectives and institutional needs. Colby College does not discriminate in its educational programs or employment on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, or military or veteran’s status. Colby is an equal opportunity employer and operates in accordance with federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination. Colby complies with Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in an institution’s education programs and activities. Questions regarding Title IX may be referred to Colby’s Title IX coordinator or to the federal Office of Civil Rights. We encourage inquiries from candidates who will contribute to the cultural and ethnic diversity of our college.
For more information about the College, please visit our website: www.colby.edu.
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