Position Information
Hiring Department: School of Pharmacy
Reports To: Dean
Job Location: On-site; El Paso, TX
Posting End Date: Open until filled. This posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Hours: 40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm, flexibility is required on evenings and weekends
FLSA status: Exempt
Earliest Start Date: As soon as possible.
Salary: Commensurate with experience.
Required Application Materials:
Incomplete applications will not be considered
Position Summary
Provides advanced (senior-level) professional assistance for the Dean of the College. Work involves coordinating or overseeing high level administrative operations of the Office of the Dean for respective College. Works under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment and performs the following duties.
Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:
Coordinates or oversees the high level administrative operations of the Office of the Dean. Manages the reception area for the Deans office. Performs complex and confidential secretarial functions for the Dean (s) including word processing/typing of letters, memos, forms, policies, and procedures. Works with and assists the CAO in ad-hoc projects.
Handles confidential information. Provides administrative support for the Dean to include telephone coverage, copier projects (including overhead preparation and/or Power Point presentations), mail handling, supply control and necessary internal and external communication.
Develops and maintains internal and external contacts. Manages and maintains filing for the Office of the Dean and ensures files are up to date and clearly marked for easy access.
Assists the Dean in the arrangement of his/her schedule, using Microsoft Outlook and PDA applications, schedules appointments, and makes travel arrangements for the staff at the Office of the Dean.
Collaborates with Dean and Associate Deans to organize, prepare, attend, and take notes/minutes for meetings. Coordinates work with other governmental agencies and private organizations. Effectively communicates with executives and management from various domestic, international, public, and private organizations. Takes and transcribes dictation and composes and prepares confidential correspondence and reports.
Leads and manages School of Pharmacy marketing, communications, newsletters, and promotional initiatives in collaboration with the University Division of Marketing and Communications. Responsible for development of marketing materials, communications content, newsletters, and promotional campaigns supporting School initiatives, events, recruitment, and alumni engagement.
Oversees School of Pharmacy branding processes, promotional approvals, and brand compliance for School departments, faculty, staff, student organizations, and School-affiliated programs. Manages branding approvals, promotional items, and merchandise processes in coordination with University Marketing and Creative Services.
Receives information from other departments and compiles data for the Dean.
Performs special projects and assignments as requested by the Dean.
Knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems.
Complies with all State and University policies.
Other duties may be assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations objectives, policies and applicable laws.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Required Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's Degree
and
Experience: Two years of experience, related to the statement of duties and responsibilities; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Why Pick UTEP
The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.
UTEP is America's leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 26,000 students are Hispanic, and half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 170 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.
This is an especially exciting time to join UTEP as it advances the goals of its 2030 Strategic Plan. Built around the institution's core strengths-its location, its people, its supportive culture, and its community partnerships-the plan lays out a bold vision for the next decade, aimed at maximizing the University's regional impact and national stature.
Miner Perks and Benefits
What UTEP Offers:
Disclaimer: Eligibility for perks and benefits may vary based on part-time or full-time employment.
Additional Information
Note: To the extent that this position involves research, work, or access to critical infrastructure as referenced in Executive Order GA-48, being hired for and continuing to be employed in this position requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.
The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents' performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents' immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver's license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the positions essential functions.
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly be able to lift and move up to 50 lbs.
The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate.
In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to a learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.
The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries-including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident-about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at titleix@utep.edu, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 223C.
For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEPs Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.