Job Description

Description & Details:

Performs a wide range of reception, administrative, and general office support to faculty, staff, and students. This person will be physically located on the floors near our faculty offices. This role will also provide backup/cross-training for these tasks currently done by one individual.

Administrative duties such as reception, mail, phones, parking, work orders, etc. Support the recruitment process (scheduling, gathering documents, etc.) Academic support such as processing departmental specific academic records and data entry Providing backup assistance to team members, as needed

Work Schedule:

20 hours/week (set hours to be arranged), 10 months (August-May)

this position is not eligible to work remotely

Hiring Range:

Pay is based on several factors, including budget, labor market, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and/or certification and other business considerations.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED with at least 1 year of experience in an administrative role.

Preferred Qualifications:

Associate's Degree or 2 years of college.

2+ years of experience in an administrative role.

Core Competencies:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to problem solve and work independently. Ability to contribute to a professional and teamwork environment in a positive, flexible manner. Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a higher education environment. Highly organized. Attention to detail Process orientated. Knowledge of Microsoft Office. Ability to work with sensitive data and maintain confidentiality Ability to communicate and work well with people all levels of employees, diverse populations and varying specialties.

Applicant Materials Required:

NDSU OFFERS EXCELLENT BENEFITS!

Full time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

Health Insurance coverage with 100% of the premium paid for by NDSU for Single or Family Plan

+ Option of a PPO/Basic Plan or High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account
+ Benefits begin the first of the month following date of hire
+ Wellness benefits are included for healthy lifestyle participation
Superb Retirement Plan

+ Employer Contributions range from 7.5% - 12.26% based on position
Basic Term Life Insurance Tuition Waivers for Employee (three classes per calendar year) Tuitions Waivers for Spouse/Partner & Dependents (eligible for 50% waiver) Paid Leave - including Annual leave, Sick Leave and 10 paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program Optional benefits include: Supplemental Life, Dental, Vision, Long-term care insurance, Flexible Spending Account (Health & Dependent Care) and Supplemental Retirement Plans More Detailed Information Here: Benefits | Human Resources | NDSU

About Us:

North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.


NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country.


NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live.


NDSU is committed to fostering a community where differences are recognized as strengths. Rooted in our land-grant mission, we work together to meet the needs of North Dakota and its communities through education, research and outreach.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

NDSU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable. Direct inquiries to: Vice Provost, Title IX/ADA Coordinator, Old Main 201, NDSU Main Campus, Fargo, ND, 58108, 701-231-7708, ndsu.eoaa@ndsu.edu.

No Smoking Notice:

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. 23-12-10.

Veteran's Preference Notice:

This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements.

Reasonable Accommodation Information:

North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-231-8961 or ndsu.hr@ndsu.edu.