University Of Vermont Hiring for Graduate Program Specialist at Burlington, Vermont Full Time

Position Details

Advertising/Posting Title Graduate Program Specialist

Diversity Statement The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are required to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.

Posting Summary

Support the research, graduate research and graduate education mission, and undergraduate research activities for the College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences. Provide program support for graduate students and faculty advisers for funded and self-funded graduate students in the College. Assist the CEMS Graduate Programs Coordinator with marketing efforts for CEMS graduate programs and recruiting applicants. Work with the faculty Graduate Program Directors and the College Graduate Program Coordinator to facilitate the graduate admissions process and the development of graduate student funding letters. Provide ongoing support for graduate students once they enroll in the College, including HR and payroll support. Serve as liaison with faculty, current and prospective students, and other campus offices and organizations. Support students in University academic processes. Collaborate with the CEMS Graduate Program Coordinator to run graduate program informational sessions and professional development and social events. Perform business and program support for the research centers and projects of the College. Serve as a financial and coordination research for Center directors and principal investigators. Assist in student funding tracking and distribution (fellowships, scholarships, research experiences). Provide sponsored event support and coordination for workshops, seminars, conferences, and sponsor visits.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Bachelor’s Degree and one to three years related experience. Advanced knowledge of MS Office suite required. Effective interpersonal, organizational, and communications skills required. Ability to exercise discretion regarding confidentiality and sensitivity required.

Desirable Qualifications

Knowledge of PeopleSoft Financials/Human Resources system platforms. Experience coordinating events including conferences and workshops. Familiarity with the processes and software used by the UVM Graduate College (Banner and Admit).

Other Information

Final compensation will be determined in consideration of candidate’s experience and in consideration of candidate’s departmental peers per the University’s administration of the UVM Staff United compensation guidelines.

This is a pooled recruitment from which two positions are expected to be filled.

Special Conditions Bargaining unit position, This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, A probationary period may be required, A probationary period may be required for current UVM employees, Background Check required for this position

FLSA Non-Exempt

Payband Max (Represents full-time (12 months, 1.0 FTE) equivalent salary. Must be prorated for jobs less than 12 months or 1.0FTE (Salary/12 x # of months x FTE)) 33.67

Payband Min (Represents full-time (12 months, 1.0 FTE) equivalent salary. Must be prorated for jobs less than 12 months or 1.0FTE (Salary/12 x # of months x FTE)) 17.72

Staff Hiring Band No Response

Union Position Yes, UVMSU ($20 minimum hourly rate)

Posting Details

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Open Date 10/13/2023

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) 10/23/2023

Open Until Filled No

Position Information

Position Title Program Specialist

Posting Number S4694PO

Department CEM Dean’s Ofc/54000

Position Number 00023377

Employee FTE 1.0

Employee Term 12

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