Job Description
Senior Admin Assistant, Computer Science
University of South Dakota
Posting Number: CSA02868P
Department: USD-Computer Science
Physical Location of Position (City): Vermillion
Job Description:
The Department of Computer Science is seeking a people-oriented and self-motivated person to provide skilled secretarial support to include maintaining student, faculty, accounting and informative records for the department. This is a twelve month, full-time, benefit-eligible position.
The Senior Administrative Assistant handles office duties in an active department with several affiliated organizations. Specific areas of responsibility include:
1) HR & Payroll Superuser - facilitating payroll and time-sheet processes and onboarding new employees; supervising student workers
2) Accounting - budgeting, report preparation, paying invoices, travel reimbursement, stipends, and honoraria.
3) Course management - monitoring and modifying course sections, checking student information, creating and maintaining advising lists.
4) General office functions - greet visitors; answer telephones; process mail; route inquiries; compose, review and finalize forms, reports and correspondence to ensure accuracy; plan and arrange department events.
The Senior Administrative Assistant interacts extensively with numerous campus units and off-campus entities, and must be able to develop strong working relationships. This position is ideal for an organized individual who enjoys variety, sets priorities independently, and works effectively and accurately with minimal guidance.
Knowledge, skills and abilities include: excellent communication skills (written and oral), proficiency in essential computer applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, web browser), knowledge of office procedures, practices, and equipment, experience with basic accounting and budgeting, ability to work productively and professionally with a dynamic student and faculty population.
Prior experience in higher education, including familiarity with Banner and proprietary USD systems is preferred.
Review of applications will begin as soon as possible and continue until the position is filled.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled:
First Consideration Date: 10/28/2026
Advertised Salary: $19.65-$19.95/hr
Duration of the Term: 12 months
If Other, describe duration:
Appointment Percent: 100
Work Hours: 8-5
Typical Hours Worked Per Week:
Appointment Type: Regular
Faculty Status:
Scope of Search: External (includes Internal)
If internal, define scope of search: External (includes Internal)
This position requires: No Requirement
If other, please indicate:
Department Description and Cultural Expectations:
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.
Contact Information:
To apply, visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu/postings/50212
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