Assistant to the Dean

Experience job satisfaction by becoming a highly valued team member in the College of Natural Sciences and provide executive level support to the Dean of the College of Natural Sciences. This opportunity offers growth, leadership development, and engagement with the university learning environment. If you would enjoy connecting with students, faculty, and friends of the college to support our mission, this position will suit you well. This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota and is a 12-month, full-time, benefit-eligible position. 

The College of Natural Sciences provides a robust, integrative academic experience to foster student success, opportunities to explore the frontiers of knowledge through advanced innovative research and demonstrates excellence in accordance with South Dakota State University’s land-grant mission.

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant mission of access.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide executive level support to the Dean by leading, conducting, and implementing special projects and assignments as well as organizational leadership coordination activities.

SALARY:

Commensurate with qualifications. 

BENEFTIS:

South Dakota State University offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines. 

UNIVERSITY/COMMUNITY:

South Dakota State University is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $60 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. We offer a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusions and access. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree or Graduate Certificate completed by date of application;
• Demonstrated computer and technology skills;
• Strong written and verbal communications skills;
• Impeccable organizational skills, and a commitment to conscientious follow-up;
• Positive and constructive attitude with the ability to work effectively as a member of a team, taking independent initiative and proper accountability;
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and discretion;
• Ability to investigate and analyze information and draw conclusions;
• Ability to perform complex tasks and to prioritize multiple projects;
• Capability to provide superior service orientation and the ability to work with a wide range of constituents with diplomacy;
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.; and
• A valid driver’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Supervisory experience;
• Experience with managing social media for an organization; and
• Experience with newsletters.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Position is open until filled with full consideration given to applications received by 6/15/2023.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

SDSU accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu, search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on “apply for this job.” This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDSU Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.

South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14. 

For questions on the position, contact search committee chair, Greg Heiberger, Associate Dean for Academics and Student Success, College of Natural Sciences, Greg.Heiberger@sdstate.edu or 605-688-4294.

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identification, transgender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status that may become protected under law against discrimination in the offering of all educational programs and employment opportunities. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007, 605-688-4128.