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SUNY Oneonta

Office Assistant 1 (Keyboarding) (1 vacancy) (N...

SUNY Oneonta, Oneonta, New York, United States

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Philosophy UNIT:

CSEA Administrative CLASS: Competitive* SALARY:

36,232 DATE POSTED: 7/8/2025 POST UNTIL:

7/23/2025 DESCRIPTION The Philosophy Department offers a major with concentrations in Liberal Arts and Applied Philosophy, as well as a flexible minor that pairs well with many other fields. We are a small department with seven full-time faculty who teach a wide range of courses in both Eastern and Western traditions. To learn more about the department, please visit https://suny.oneonta.edu/philosophy . Key Responsibilities Front Desk & Communication

Provide a professional, welcoming presence in the office. Respond promptly and courteously to phone calls, emails, and in-person inquiries. Coordinate communication between the department and other university offices.

Receive and distribute incoming mail and packages for department faculty . Student Support

Provide guidance to work-study students and/or interns on routine tasks.

Academic & Departmental Administration

Process paperwork related to scheduling, course descriptions, book orders, and annual reports. Support faculty in submitting course-related and administrative documents. Maintain organized, up-to-date departmental records and files, including student records, syllabi, curriculum documents, and assessment materials.

Finance & Procurement

Collaborate with Procurement to monitor departmental expenses. Process purchase orders and faculty travel requests (TRAs) accurately and in a timely manner.

Regularly use Banner and Argos to input placement/proficiency scores, manage course schedules, and access student information. Use Campus Connection and EMS to reserve meeting spaces and coordinate department events. Office & Resource Management

Ensure the supply cabinet is stocked and organized; notify Department Chair of supply needs and assist with related clerical tasks in the purchasing process. Keep the department website current with relevant information and updates as directed.

Requirements:

Competitive Qualifications: The successful candidate must be reachable on the full-time, permanent Civil Service list for Office Assistant 1 (Keyboarding), have held the permanent title of Office Assistant 1 (Keyboarding) in the past or be eligible to transfer into the title. Non-Competitive Qualifications: This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).* To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS, candidates must meet the open- competitive minimum qualifications for this position:

There are no minimum education or experience requirements for this position. Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in a public-facing and/or support-centered role in Foreign Languages Experience with Microsoft Office 365 and Canva Ability to useUniversity systems such as: Oracle BIEE, Banner, Degree Works, EMS Experience working with diverse populations, especially in terms of diverse cultures and gender identities.

Additional Information:

This is a full-time, permanent position. SUNY Oneonta enrolls about 5,500 students who pursue bachelor's or master's degrees or certificates in one of 70-plus academic programs. Known as an exemplary residential campus that values inclusion, service and sustainability, SUNY Oneonta is a nurturing community where students grow intellectually, thrive socially, and live purposefully. The university is located in the City of Oneonta, nestled in the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains about a four-hour drive from New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. With a population just shy of 14,000, Oneonta is one of the 20 Most Picturesque Small Towns in America, according to Microsoft News. The natural beauty of the region is breathtaking year-round. Each season offers outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, boating, swimming, and skiing. Employees give SUNY Oneonta high marks for work/life balance, management, and culture. The university's indeed.com rating is 4.4, with one recent review noting that the people are what make SUNY Oneonta so special. SUNY Oneonta values a diverse university community. Please visit our website on diversity at:https://suny.oneonta.edu/diversity .Moreover, the University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. "At SUNY Oneonta, we believe that diversity is an asset and a source of strength that energizes our collective growth and innovation." - President Alberto Cardelle."

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