Assistant to the Dean- AZ- College of Pharmacy

Assistant to the Dean- AZ- College of Pharmacy

The Assistant to the Dean is a staff position responsible for assisting the Dean of the College of Pharmacy in the implementation of the activities of the College and the Office of the Dean. The Assistant to the Dean should have the ability to work independently on projects assigned by the Dean and produce exemplary work on these projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work independently on special projects assigned by the COP Dean with little or no supervision, including, but not limited to, assisting in coordination of the College Executive Team, College meetings, and certain College committee activities.
• Assist in updating and maintaining all College social media accounts and websites.
• Assist in the creation of course and faculty teaching evaluations.
• Assisting with and supporting the College's faculty advisor program.
• Work in conjunction with the Associate Deans in preparing the annual College Catalog.
• Assist each year with New Student Orientation, White Coat Ceremony, College retreats, Pinning, Commencement ceremonies and any other events coordinated by the College.
• Assisting with career support (Career Expo, Interview Days) and alumni events.
• All other duties as assigned by the Dean.

Accreditation

Admissions

Event Management / Assistance

Personnel and General Administrative Office Support

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. This individual must have the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner and must have regular, predictable, in-person attendance. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Other Qualifications

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to write speeches, letters and articles using original or innovative techniques or style. Ability to manage the timeline for all functions of the COP Dean's Office so all tasks and events are completed in a quality, professional manner.

Education and / or Experience

A bachelor's degree is required. At least 5 years of related administrative experience required. Previous higher education experience preferred. Must have excellent organization, communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to think strategically. Must be highly detailed and organized.

Computer Skills

Computer proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) required. Computer proficiency in managing and hosting MS Teams meetings is required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel; and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Midwestern University is a private, not-for-profit organization that provides graduate and post-graduate education in the health sciences. The University has two campuses, one in Downers Grove, Illinois and the other in Glendale, Arizona. More than 6,000 full-time students are enrolled in graduate programs in osteopathic medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physician assistant studies, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nurse anesthesia, cardiovascular perfusion, podiatry, optometry, clinical psychology, speech language pathology, biomedical sciences and veterinary medicine. Over 500 full-time faculty members and 400 staff members are dedicated to the education and development of our students in an environment that encourages learning, respect for all members of the health care team, service, interdisciplinary scholarly activity, and personal growth.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance, short / long term disability and pet insurance. We offer flexible spending accounts including healthcare reimbursement and child / dependent care account. We offer a work life balance with competitive time off package including paid holiday's, sick / flex days, personal days and vacation days. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, child care subsidy reimbursement program, identity theft protection and an employee assistance program. Wellness is important to us and we offer a wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility.

Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race; color; religion; creed; national origin or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender (including gender expressions, gender identity; and sexual orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic information; or any other protected class, in accord with all federal, state and local laws and regulation. Midwestern University complies with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act (A.R.S. 36-601.01) and the Smoke Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82 / ). Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.