Assistant To The Chair, Psychology

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Department:Psychology
Locations:Binghamton, NY
Posted:Jun 28, 2023
Closes:Open Until Filled
Type:Full-time
Ref. No.:01568
Position ID:164027
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About Binghamton University
Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character - shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life - promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service; Binghamton University is where our students, faculty and staff thrive.
Working at Binghamton University is more than about having a great job - it is about having the opportunity to flourish in an exciting, engaging environment. Our faculty and staff appreciate Binghamton's collegial and inclusive culture and its commitment to excellence, education, innovation and civic engagement. Our diverse campus community contributes to our success.
Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty, exceptional staff, and ultramodern facilities to engage and challenge its 18,000+ students. The high-achieving Binghamton student body also represents a great diversity of life experiences, from first- generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration, and community service.
We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and in keeping with this commitment, we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities.

Budget Title: Senior Staff Assistant (SL-3)
Salary: $50,148+ (commensurate with experience)
Duties Include

• Scheduling of graduate TA assignments in consultation with the Director of Graduate Studies
• Development and presentation of an orientation to summer/winter session instructors in consultation with the Chair
• Preparation and management of budgets and department accounts
• Preparation of faculty/area financial statements
• Coordination of space, equipment and computer allocations and complete associated recordkeeping and reporting
• Interface with Harpur College finance office
• Administer the Resource Committee
• Establishment of teaching schedule each academic semester, winter and summer session, in coordination with the Chair and Executive Committee; monitoring of enrollments
• Preparation of yearly curricular plan in coordination with the Chair and Executive Committee
• Assist in training of new staff and faculty
• Building Administrator for Science IV; preparation and tracking of all service requests, coordination of renovations, key assignments and maintain building security key card access system
• Coordination and tracking of faculty and department purchases

Requirements
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

• The ability to exercise sound judgement, discretion, and confidentiality regarding all matters relating to the department, the college, and the university
• Expertise in use of spreadsheets and databases
• Strong organization and time management skills including the ability to prioritize workload
• Effective interpersonal and organizational skills
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Commitment to a culture of diversity, equity, respect and inclusion; demonstrated ability to build working relationships with people having a wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences
• The ability to work independently with a high level of initiative
• Experience with budget management
• A bachelor's degree with a minimum of two years of administrative experience
• Excellent computer skills and a willingness to become adept in new university software packages and procedures

Preferred

• Knowledge of and experience with BU administrative systems
• Proficiency with Google Office Suite
• Experience in higher education

Additional Information
Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentials.
Binghamton University is a tobacco-free campus.
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at [email protected]
Payroll information can be found on our website https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/payroll/
Cover letters may be addressed "To the Search Committee."
Postings active on the website, accept applications until closure.
For Information On The Dual Career Program, Please Visit
https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/prospective/dual-career/index.html
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
The State University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of Binghamton University to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military service member status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or arrest and/or criminal conviction record unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.
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Application Instructions
All applicants must apply via Interview Exchange: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=164027
Deadline For Internal Applicants
Deadline for External Applicants: Open until filled
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled.
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• Resume,
• Cover letter, and
• Contact information for three professional references

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