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The Director works with university administration and a wide range of other departments; supervises over twenty adjunct faculty mentors and other staff (assistant director, administrative assistant, and graduate assistants); advises the program's graduate students; coordinates an ambitious program of visiting writers, agents, producers, editors, and publishers; oversees course staffing and registration; leads student retention efforts; teaches courses in the two week-long residency sessions; and manages program-related publications, presses, and organizations. The Director articulates and enacts the strategic direction and operation of the program by way of curriculum design and assessment, orientation of new faculty and students, budget management, and community outreach, while cultivating an inclusive environment.

Wilkes University invites applicants for a new Director of the Maslow Family Graduate Program in Creative Writing in the College of Arts and Sciences. Founded in 2005, the program offers both the MA and MFA in seven genres-fiction, playwriting, creative nonfiction, poetry, spoken word, screenwriting, and writing for television-as well as an MA in Publishing. The program is consistently rated as one of the top low-residency programs in the country and currently enrolls more than 80 students. The Director performs a broad range of duties in this dual faculty/administrative role, and should have proven organizational, administrative, and recruiting skills along with strong records in teaching and creative achievement. The Director articulates and enacts the strategic direction and operation of the program by way of curriculum design and assessment, orientation of new faculty and students, budget management, and community outreach, while cultivating an inclusive environment.The Director works with university administration and a wide range of other departments; supervises over twenty adjunct faculty mentors and other staff (assistant director, administrative assistant, and graduate assistants); advises the program's graduate students; coordinates an ambitious program of visiting writers, agents, producers, editors, and publishers; oversees course staffing and registration; leads student retention efforts; teaches courses in the two week-long residency sessions; and manages program-related publications, presses, and organizations.An M.F.A. or Ph.D. is required. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in higher education administration and teaching creative writing at the graduate level, along with a notable record of creative achievement in an area represented by the program. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.Wilkes University is an independent, comprehensive university dedicated to academic excellence in the liberal arts, sciences, and selected professional programs. The University has approximately 2,000 students at the undergraduate level and over 1,500 full time equivalent students at the graduate and first professional levels.Its institutional focus is on developing strong mentoring relationships with each of its students and contributing vitally to economic development of Northeastern Pennsylvania. The University is located in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, a revitalized city that is located on the lovely Susquehanna River and is within two and one-half hours driving distance of New York City and Philadelphia.To apply, visit https://wilkesuniversitycareers.applicantpro.com/jobs/. Please be sure to include a cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae and three references.Wilkes University is constantly seeking to become a more diverse community and to enhance its capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings. The University strongly encourages applications from persons with diverse backgrounds. Wilkes University does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information.

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As the Assistant to the Regional Manager, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Regional Manager in all aspects of branch operations, sales strategies, and team dynamics. Administrative Support: Assist the Regional Manager with daily administrative tasks, including scheduling meetings, managing correspondence, and organizing reports.

Dunder Mifflin is on the lookout for a dynamic and detail-oriented Assistant to the Regional Manager. This unique position is essential for ensuring the smooth operation of our Scranton branch. As the Assistant to the Regional Manager, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Regional Manager in all aspects of branch operations, sales strategies, and team dynamics.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Administrative Support: Assist the Regional Manager with daily administrative tasks, including scheduling meetings, managing correspondence, and organizing reports.</li><li>Sales Assistance: Help develop and implement sales strategies to achieve branch goals and targets.</li><li>Team Coordination: Collaborate with branch employees to ensure effective communication and foster a positive work environment.</li><li>Client Interaction: Assist in maintaining client relationships, including addressing inquiries and ensuring satisfaction with our products.</li><li>Data Management: Organize and analyze sales data and performance metrics to support strategic decision-making.</li><li>Event Planning: Coordinate branch events, training sessions, and team-building activities to enhance employee engagement.</li><li>Research: Stay informed about industry trends and competitors to provide insights that benefit branch operations.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field preferred.</li><li>Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with CRM software.</li><li>A sense of humor and a passion for teamwork!</li><li>Resilency to adversity a plus.</li></ul>Why Join Us?At Dunder Mifflin, we celebrate creativity, dedication, and a unique company culture. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn from the best while contributing to the success of our Scranton branch. If you're ready to take on the challenge and make your mark, we want to hear from you!Note: This is a fictional job posting for demonstration purposes only.

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Independently completes additional projects and special assignments that could include tactical execution items in support of day-to-day operations, professional presentations, information gathering, on-boarding, budget/process planning, and following-up on key decisions while ensuring absolute confidentiality of all sensitive information and communications. In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.

Position Overview At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where allof our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company's success. As an Executive Assistant within PNC's Regional President organization, you will be based in Scranton PA. PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees canthrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals. PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position. Job Description <ul><li>Performs a broad, diverse, highly professional set of administrative support functions for the Regional President (RP) and Client and Community Relations (CCR) team. Takes ownership of calendar management, including advance planning, adjusting calendars to address urgent requests, and managing incoming calendar invites and emails. Applies appropriate judgment and determines when to seek input directly from the executives and/or team being supported. </li><li>Under limited direction, supports team and leadership meetings as they engage with both internal stakeholders and external clients. This includes both in-person and virtual meeting coordination and logistics, such as ensuring technology availability, accessibility, slide sharing, agenda distribution, as well as assisting with notes and follow-up actions. </li><li>Coordinates all travel arrangements expeditiously, accurately and in a cost-effective manner. Manages all aspects of a complete itinerary (meeting times, special events, socials, dinners), transportation logistics and required travel documents. Effectively manages expense reports to ensure timely submission, inclusion of all required detail and complete accuracy. </li><li>Participates in volunteerism efforts and client events. This involves interactions with employees and executive leadership at both the market and enterprise levels. Provides support in areas related to events, foundation grants, reporting, administration of market's PNC-owned tickets for client entertainment, and market calendars. </li><li>Independently completes additional projects and special assignments that could include tactical execution items in support of day-to-day operations, professional presentations, information gathering, on-boarding, budget/process planning, and following-up on key decisions while ensuring absolute confidentiality of all sensitive information and communications. </li></ul>PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be: <ul><li>Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions. </li><li>Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework. </li></ul> Qualifications Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position. Preferred Skills Calendar Management, Office Administration, Organizing, Presentation Development, Prioritization, Researching Competencies Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Confidentiality, Decision Making and Critical Thinking, Desktop Tools, Effective Communications, Flexibility and Adaptability, Listening, Office Administration Work Experience Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree with < 1 year of professional experience and/or successful completion of a formal development program. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered. Education Bachelors Certifications No Required Certification(s) Licenses No Required License(s) Benefits PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives. In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service. To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncthrive.com. Disability Accommodations Statement If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at AccommodationRequest@pnc.com. Please include "accommodation request" in the subject line title and be sure to include your name, the job ID, and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses. Applicants may also call 877-968-7762 and say "Workday" for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law. This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, for any registered role, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history. California Residents Refer to the California Consumer Privacy Act Privacy Notice to gain understanding of how PNC may use or disclose your personal information in our hiring practices.

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