How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Note this is a seasonal position. Effort and pay are, generally, expended from August through mid-May.
Job Summary
Provide administrative support for large course in the Computer Science and Engineering Division of the EECS Department. Responsibilities include managing exam logistics, and general administrative course support working with faculty, Graduate Student Instructors, Instructional Aides, graders and enrolled students.
Who We Are
Michigan Engineers are world-class educators, researchers, students and staff who strive to build a people-first future. As part of the nation's number one public research institution, Michigan Engineering's mission is to provide scientific and technological leadership to the people of the world, develop intellectually curious and socially conscious minds, create collaborative solutions to societal problems, and promote an inclusive and innovative community of service for the common good.
Responsibilities*
- 25% Exam logstics and coordination of students needing accommodations and students with conflicts. Communication with students, teaching staff and faculty.
- 20% Responding to administrative student requests, and logistical support for meetings with teaching staff and students.
- 15% Communication and coordination of course infrastructure with other University units, including the Office of the Registrar, Services for Students with Disabilities, Testing Accommodation Center, and Instructional Support Services, among others.
- 10% Maintaining student and course documentation including illness and disability documentation, teaching staff information, course schedule, and announcements.
- 20% Providing administrative support for course-related activities including teaching staff, staff team meetings, Learning Management System ( e.g. Canvas), exams and course assignments.
- 10% Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications*
Excellent administrative skills: computer skills including, email, Google Sheets/Excel, web-based applications, and willingness to learn new computer skills; ability to work in a team environment and independently.
Desired Qualifications*
Experience working with students; knowledge of University policies and procedures including FERPA; experience with Instructional Support Services (ISS); and event planning skills.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Additional Information
The pay range reflects a year-round, full-time position. The actual income will be pro-rated based on 9 months of effort for this seasonal appointment which is mid-August through mid-May.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.