Loyola to host panel discussion on successful data science practices
Loyola University Maryland will host a data science panel discussion to promote networking and discussion on successful practices and professional growth.
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Immediate Position Opening for MICUA's Executive Assistant
Job Description:
MICUA’s Executive Assistant handles a broad range of duties to support the operations of a seven-person office, including office administration, meetings and events, and special projects. MICUA is an association that provides public policy leadership in support of independent higher education, fosters cooperative efforts among member institutions and Maryland’s public colleges and universities, and serves as a liaison between its 15 member campuses and the state and federal governments.
Responsibilities include:
Office Administration
- Maintain the office calendar
- Answer and direct phone calls
- Receive, sort, and distribute mail
- Reply to email, telephone, and face-to-face inquiries
- Prepare and distribute written correspondence
- Maintain contact lists and directories
- Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner
- Develop and maintain electronic and manual filing systems
- Maintain office supplies inventory
- Perform other administrative duties as assigned in support of the organization
- Participate in team meetings, campus events, and Board activities
- Perform typing, copying, binding, and scanning
- Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner
- Take accurate minutes of meetings
- Reply to email, telephone, and face to face enquiries
- Coordinate repairs to office equipment
- Perform other duties in support of the organization
Meetings and Events
- Provide logistical support for quarterly Board of Trustees meetings
- Schedule and organize meetings with campuses, legislators, and other key constituents
- Take accurate minutes of meetings
- Prepare written materials for meetings, including agendas, presentations, and briefing books
- Help plan and organize annual events such as the Presidents’ Fall Workshop and Maryland Independent Higher Education Day
Special Projects
- Work on special projects in collaboration with other MICUA staff members in their areas of responsibility, including communications, research and policy, government affairs, and campus relations
- Maintain legislative database and review bills and testimony during the legislative session
- Assist in the drafting and preparation of reports
- Help maintain and update MICUA’s social media accounts and website
Qualifications:
- Knowledge of office management systems and procedures
- Excellent time management skills
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize work
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational and planning skills
- Experience with social media platforms
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint
- Proficient in Adobe Acrobat Pro
Prior relevant experience or professional training required.
MICUA pays a competitive salary and offers an excellent benefit package, including healthcare, dental, vision, pension, life insurance, and long-term disability insurance. MICUA is an equal opportunity employer. For more information about the organization visit www.micua.org. Interested parties should submit a letter of interest and resume to aswift@micua.org.
Job Type: Full Time
Experience:
- Executive Assistant: 1 year (Preferred)
Application Question
- Describe your experience with communications, if any; government relations, if any; and higher education policy, if any.
Work Location:
- One location
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Hood College: Enactus Club Created Care Packages for Those in Need
The Hood College Enactus Business Advisory Board and student members of the Enactus club came together for the third annual Breakfast with a Purpose on Nov. 9. Members of the community and approximately 14 volunteers from Hood prepared a record 500 care packages for those in need at the Frederick Rescue Mission.
Hood College launches certificate program for project management
Hood College has launched a certificate program for project management, aiming to help make leaders more productive and effective in their fields, the college announced Tuesday.
St. John’s College wins 2019 Dive Award for change in financial model
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