About Buffalo State
Buffalo State is one of the largest comprehensive schools in the State University of New York system. As a civically minded, urban-engaged campus community located in the city’s cultural corridor, Buffalo State prides itself as having smaller learning environments coupled with larger university opportunities. Boasting a diverse and inclusive campus, Buffalo State is committed to the intellectual, personal, and professional growth of its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. The school’s mission is to deliver a broad array of high-quality and distinctive academic programs infused with diversity, creativity, and hands-on learning opportunities for hardworking students who seek a personalized and affordable education that engages their minds and advances their careers. Buffalo State is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, service, scholarship, creative activity, and cultural enrichment. With degree programs in education, the arts, science, arts and humanities, and professional studies, each year over 6,000 students choose Buffalo State. Buffalo State welcomes applicants who are committed to helping us fulfill our mission.
Faculty/Professional
Professional
Department
Student Affairs Office
Local Title
Assistant to VP for Student Affairs
Budget Title
Senior Staff Assistant
Salary Range
Starting at $52,000; negotiable based on experience
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Brief Job Description
This position is responsible for providing high-level support to facilitate the efficient operation of the Student Affairs division. The incumbent will providing a broad range of administrative support to the Vice President for Students Affairs and other members from the campus community. The incumbent holding this position must use good judgement in prioritizing multiple tasks and assignments; be able to interact with senior leadership on behalf of the Vice President utilizing tact and diplomacy to respond to situations, establish procedures to meet priorities while maintaining an efficient workflow; respond to calls, as well as organize, expedite, and follow-up on projects.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and progressive administrative experience. Advanced MS Office Skills including mail merge, creating and editing tables, data table in excel. Experience creating reports using data gathered from various sources. Ability to operate at a high degree of independence and responsibility while performing varied and complex tasks. Strong analytical and problem solving skills. Ability to act with integrity and professionalism, including sensitivity to personnel and confidential information. Excellent time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines. Demonstrated ability to organize work, set priorities, and work independently as well as a part of a team. Ability to master content management systems for websites, organizational chart software and others as needed.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to maintain confidential information. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree and experience working in higher education.
Experience with SharePoint and Business Intelligence software.
Anticipated Date of Hire
03/01/2023
Application Deadline Date
Special Instructions to Applicant
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://jobs.buffalostate.edu/postings/6707
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Buffalo State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution that subscribes to all federal, state, and SUNY legal requirements and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, sex, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status (Nondiscrimination Notice). Any violation of this policy should be reported to the Equity and Diversity Office, Cleveland Hall 415, (716) 878-6210. Buffalo State is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. If you have any questions, please contact Lydia Kawaler at kawalel@buffalostate.edu or call (716) 878-4822.
Background Investigation Statement
All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background investigation. Our Pre-Employment Background Screening Policy is available at http://hr.buffalostate.edu/pre-employment-background-screening.
Clery Statement
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New York State Executive Order 161
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 Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at
info@oer.ny.gov. Further restrictions on using salary information in the hiring process appear in
Labor Law §194-a.