Rochester, New York
Posted: 16-Jun-25
Location: Hamilton, Ohio
Salary: $50,000 - $63,000 Annual
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Internal Number: JR102482
Job Description Summary
The Assistant to the Dean serves as a member of the Dean’s administrative team and is responsible for directing the functions of the Office of the Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Applied Science.
Job Description
The Assistant to the Dean will promote a positive image of the University by greeting and receiving visitors to the Dean, responding to inquiries from various University publics (e.g., students, parents, faculty, staff, legislators, alumni, and public and private officials), providing authoritative information regarding University policies or decisions; facilitate the efficient utilization of the Dean’s time through coordination of the Dean’s calendar of appointments, meetings, social engagements, speaking responsibilities, and University and community functions with individuals and various groups. Prepare weekly itineraries and schedules of speaking responsibilities; coordinate the flow of incoming communications and outgoing communications by receiving, routing, tracking and/or responding to incoming communications and determining the appropriate office, department, or agency for outgoing communications. Prepare correspondence for distribution or approval and signature, checking the documents for completeness. Coordinate various types of communication. Edit, proof, and at times write, draft, and/or assist with writing for the Dean; serve as a contact person between the Dean and other University administrators, various boards, faculty, staff, students, alumni and the various publics served by the Regional Campuses by communicating, responding to requests, and/or interpreting policy, decisions, and documents; coordinate processes such as promotion and tenure, revisions and updates to divisional governance, program review and accreditation, CLAAS Council of Chairs, faculty leave requests, and divisional administrator evaluations; monitor Dean budgets.
Additional Information
A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.
This organization participates in E-Verify.
Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.
Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.
Miami University Values Statement
Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility.
For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.
Clery Act
As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at 513-529-2223.
Labor Law Posters for Applicants
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Minimum Qualifications:
Associate Degree; a work history of administrative experience with a minimum of three years at an administrative support level.
Required Application Documents
Cover letter and resume
Special Instructions (if applicable)
Inquiries may be directed to Kelli Bray at braykd@miamioh.edu. Screening of applications will begin two weeks after posting and continue until the position is filled.