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Working Title:
Dean's Assistant / Office & Administrative Specialist, Senior
Institution:
Century College
Classification Title:
Office & Admin Specialist Sr
Bargaining Unit / Union:
206: AFSCME - Clerical and Office
City:
White Bear Lake
FLSA:
Non Job Exempt
Full Time / Part Time:
Full time
Employment Condition:
Classified - Unlimited
Salary Range:
$22.23 - $31.68
Job Description
Position Purpose
The assistant to the dean is responsible for providing ongoing assistance to the dean, including support in the processes of budgeting, and hiring, as well as other projects as assigned. The assistant to the dean is responsible for an administrative area supporting complex programs. The tasks are broad in scope. They include working within procedures that can be clearly defined but also responding to issues that may have no immediate solutions. Communication to a wide variety of constituents is necessary. The assistant to the dean must be able to initiate a wide range of activities to ensure that services and program deadlines are met.
Position Responsibilities
Provide administrative support for the dean in order to ensure effective and efficient workflow in the division.
Ensure accurate creation and maintenance of budget information.
Salary Range:
$21.90 - $29.65/hour - *($22.23 - $30.09/hour new contract)
(DOQ - Salary Placement will be done at time of hire.)
Minimum Qualifications
Communication Skills sufficient to speak, write, and edit materials, including correct spelling, punctuation and grammar, to ensure the accuracy and completeness of oral communication and written materials.
Word Processing/Database Management/Spreadsheets/ Presentations - Advanced knowledge of standard computer software programs to create, modify, and manage word documents, spreadsheets, and basic databases. Ability to use email, word processing, spreadsheets, and electronic database applications to research and prepare reports, letters, memos, and emails (Access, Microsoft Office Suite, and SharePoint).
Customer Service Skills - On the phone, in person and online to provide effective general and specialized office support. This requires listening, common courtesy, tact, empathy, interest in positive problem solving, the ability to organize ideas logically, and the ability to persuade.
Accounting/Budgeting/Expense Experience - Ability to perform or learn to perform administrative support work for the work unit's expense and budget administration.
Development of administrative and programmatic procedures - Ability to document and improve processes and make recommendations to management for new or revised administrative and program practices and procedures for smooth and efficient office operations.
Preferred Qualification
Bachelor's degree.
Knowledge of ISRS (Integrated Student Registration System).
Knowledge of MN State policies and procedures.
A general understanding of curriculum and degree requirements.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent human relations skills, maintaining confidentiality, and professionalism
Excellent organizational skills, working well under pressure, prioritizing multiple projects, and meeting deadlines.
Excellent project management skills, working independently, solving problems, and resolving dilemmas in a timely manner.
Other Requirements
To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
This position requires successful completion of employment references and a driver's license background check.
Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)
Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm
Telework (Yes/No)
Yes - *Century currently operates in a hybrid work environment. The hiring manager will provide guidance to the @type of work environment at/following the interview process.
Application Procedure
To bid on this position, an employee of Century College must currently work in an Office & Administrative Specialist - Senior position in a different work area or different shift. To bid, please submit a written request (email is sufficient) to Kim Claggett, in Human Resources.
Internal Applicants - Please make sure your applications materials reflect how you appear in Workday.
All current Century College and Minnesota State employees will need to log into Workday to apply for the position via the Jobs Hub. The Jobs Hub can be found under the Menu, in the upper left-hand corner of Workday, under the Apps, and then Jobs Hub. Employees may also search for "Browse Jobs - Employees" in Workday via the search bar at the top to view open positions.
External Applicants - Please make sure to use your legal name on your application materials.
Applicants not currently employed by Minnesota State can access the career site to search and apply for jobs, and to check the status of applications. Those applying for a position will be prompted to create a profile in Workday. This does include other state of Minnesota employees who work for agencies other than Minnesota State.
Direct Link to Posting for EXTERNAL Applicants ONLY:
Please upload the following documents to your application.
Cover letter/letter of interest.
Current resume.
You can upload the required application documents under the cover letter/resume section with a maximum total of 5 documents. If you have more than that then they will need to combine documents to upload. Photographs do not download with the rest of your application documents, so please make sure all your documents are PDF or Word documents.
These documents should be word documents or PDF (no jpeg) and are required for your application to be considered complete so not attaching all the required documentation will not allow you to move forward in the process.
Candidates having issues with job applications (i.e., unable to apply) or needing accommodations can email: careers@minnstate.edu . Inquiries about application status or general questions about the position should be directed to jobs@century.edu
For additional information about the application process, go to our Employment page on our main Century College site, https://www.century.edu/home/employment/ , click on Current Employment Opportunities for more information.
About
Century College is a 2-year community and technical college in White Bear Lake, Minnesota. As one of the largest two-year colleges in Minnesota, we serve nearly 18,000 credit and non-credit students every year.
We offer degrees, diplomas, certificates, and courses (https://www.century.edu/academics/programs-degrees) in general education and transfer, business, human services, health sciences, technology, engineering, applied design, industrial, and non-credit workforce training (https://www.century.edu/continuing-education) .
With various student support (https://www.century.edu/support-services) and student life (https://www.century.edu/campus-life) opportunities, including athletics, student clubs and organizations, campus theatre, Multicultural Center, LGBTQ Center, Veterans Center, and much more, Century College provides a welcoming and vibrant campus community.
As a "community" college, we care about our locality. We are engaged, connected, and a resource within our local communities, including K-12 and workforce/industry partners.
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To learn more about Century College or Minnesota State, visit https://www.century.edu/ or www.minnstate.edu
For questions, please contact Century College Human Resources at jobs@century.edu
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Link to Century College's Non-Discrimination Statement
https://www.century.edu/about/non-discrimination-statement
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
Desired Start Date:
10-22-2025
Position End Date:
Open Date:
09-11-2025
Close Date:
09-19-2025
Posting Contact Name:
Kim Claggett
Posting Contact Email:
kim.claggett@century.edu
