Administrative Assistant – Engineering DepartmentThe Department of Engineering at the University of Jamestown is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support ABET accreditation-related operations for the department. This position will be primarily focused on compiling, organizing, and formatting the electric and physical records and documentation associated with ABET accreditation. This is a 10-month position of 10-15 hours per week with an anticipated start date of August 2026 with the ability to be flexible.About the University of Jamestown: Established in 1883, the University of Jamestown is a private, Christian liberal arts university with its roots based in Jamestown, North Dakota. Committed to the "Jamestown Journey to Success," we integrate liberal arts with professional preparation, fostering academic excellence and a supportive, family-like community.Key Responsibilities:Assisting with the execution of administrative aspects of the ABET continuous approval process and self-study reportAssisting the faculty and chair with monitoring collection of ABET materialsRecording department meeting minutes and communicating important and time sensitive information via regular updates to the departmentCoordinating multiple tasks and projects simultaneously by prioritizing, setting clear expectations, and managing time to meet deadlinesImplement administrative processes, and provide confidential, professional support to all constituents of the Department.Key Functional and Technical Competencies Include:Ability to work under general supervision, be well organized, and be able to establish priorities for themselves and the department regarding accomplishmentsAbility to write simple correspondence and be an excellent proofreader of both text and number-based documentsAdequate word processing skills are mandatory, using Windows based computersStrong organizational skills with electronic and paper filesExcellent verbal and written communication skillsPreferred Qualifications:One year of previous administrative experienceExperience working in higher educationFamiliarity with accreditation processMinimum of an Associate's DegreeWorking knowledge of Microsoft ExcelApplication Process: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The University of Jamestown is an AA/EO employer. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.