Office Assistant 1 (Temporary) - Institutional Advancement
Category:Civil Service and Support Staff
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Department:Institutional Advancement
Locations:Morrisville, NY
Posted:Jan 8, 2024
Closes:Open Until Filled
Type:Full-time Temporary
Position ID:171469
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About SUNY Morrisville:
SUNY Morrisville, a college that leverages the expansive resources of the State University of New York, is a model of innovative applied education. Located in the center of New York State, the college offers students hands-on, experiential learning in modern classrooms and specialized facilities, many of which are rare or one-of-a-kind in higher education. Morrisville's 3,000 students - who come from diverse backgrounds across the state and around the world - choose from more than 80 associate and bachelor degree programs that embrace agriculture, technology, business, social sciences, including Psychology, Criminal Justice, and the liberal arts. An internship program that prepares students for success in the 21st-century workplace ranks among the top ten in the nation. At Morrisville, motivated students work alongside talented faculty members - many with field experience - to imagine, build, and test practical, sustainable solutions to some of the fundamental questions confronting a shrinking world with diminishing resources.
The Morrisville campus is 30 miles southeast of Syracuse and 30 miles southwest of Utica; it is a half-hour drive from the New York State Thruway with easy access to Albany (two hours), Rochester (two hours), Buffalo (three hours) and New York City (four hours).
The Norwich Campus of SUNY Morrisville has been serving the Norwich community and the surrounding areas for more than 46 years, offering students associate degree options such as Criminal Justice, Computer Information Technology, and Nursing. The campus is also used by businesses, not-for-profits and community partners for training, events and videoconferencing.
The Syracuse Educational Opportunity Center (EOC), administered by SUNY Morrisville, provides the urban community of Syracuse with innovative academic programs leading to higher education as well as vocational training programs leading to gainful employment and economic self-sufficiency.
Recognizing the importance of diversity in assuring the success of students and graduates in an increasingly global environment, SUNY Morrisville is committed to equity and inclusion in all aspects of hiring and employment.
Job Description:
Campus Title: Office Assistant I (Temporary)
Budget Title: Office Assistant I
Department: Institutional Advancement
Bargaining Unit: CSEA-ASU-02
Professional Rank and Salary Range: SG-6; $34,152 (annualized salary)
Duration: Full-time, temporary, 6-month assignment.
Brief Description of Duties:
SUNY Morrisville is seeking an Office Assistant I to join our Institutional Advancement team.
The Office Assistant I will provide clerical and office support work for Institutional Advancement in areas of gift processing, data support, as well as serve as the first point of contact for alumni, donors, and others who call or visit the office.
Primary Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Processes and acknowledges all gifts using Banner 9. Liaises with the Morrisville Auxiliary Corporation's accountant to code, record and receipt all gifts and pledges.
Serves as the entry point for visitors and callers, answering questions when possible and directing inquiries when appropriate. Ensures that all callers and visitors receive excellent customer service whether they are students, alumni, donors, or guests.
Reviews all invoices to the Foundation and processes them through the SAGE APA system. Works with the submitting department to ensure all processes and procedures are followed.
Assists the Director of Annual Giving and Alumni Relations with data entry and verification, compiling weekly gift reports, monthly accounting reports, as well as additional data reporting needs for Institutional Advancement.
Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications
Experience with Microsoft Office applications (i.e. Word, Outlook, etc.)
Excellent customer service skills and experience
Additional Information:
SUNY Morrisville is committed to creating a vibrant community enriched by diverse perspectives, talents and experiences, and prohibits discrimination in employment based on gender, race, ethnicity, nationality, physical capability, age, creed, sexual identity, veteran status, and economic means. We encourage applications from candidates who share this commitment and will contribute to the diversity of our college community, especially members of historically under-represented groups. AA/EEO/ADA
In accordance with the "Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act" institutions of higher education are required to prepare an annual report containing information on campus security policies and campus statistics. This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by SUNY Morrisville; and on property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as policies concerning sexual assault, and other matters. You can obtain a printed copy of this report by contacting SUNY Morrisville University Police at (315) 684-6410, Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities at (315) 684-6070, Office of Human Resources at (315) 684-6038 and or by accessing the following web sitehttps://www.morrisville.edu/contact/offices/university-police/clery-act
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 [email protected]
Application Instructions:
Application Deadline: Although applications will be accepted until the position is filled, candidates should submit their application by as soon as possible, to assure optimal consideration.
Application Procedure:Application materials are required to be submitted on-line athttp://www.morrisville.edu/careers
Please provide Cover Letter, Resume, and at least three employment references (we will not contact references without prior permission).