University of Connecticut · 5 hours ago
Educational Program Assistant 2
Hartford, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expThe University of Connecticut's Institute for Municipal and Regional Policy is seeking a qualified Program Assistant to assist with the administration of programs, particularly for the Connecticut Sentencing Commission. The role involves supporting day-to-day administrative activities, responding to inquiries, compiling data, and coordinating program activities.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
Responsibilities
Performs general office operations and processes and maintains the necessary paperwork, records, and files required to support the program
Responds to inquiries from students, faculty, staff, and others affiliated with the University, as well as from community members, state and municipal government leaders, and others external to the University, regarding program policies, procedures, and requirements, making referrals as appropriate
Compiles data and assists in the preparation of reports to support program activities and publicize program achievements
Serves as a resource in advising students or partners regarding program activities. Explains program policies, procedures, and requirements
Provides administrative and technical support as well as program logistics for program faculty, staff, students and external stakeholders
Plans, coordinates, and executes program activities, research, training, conference presentations, and events
Represents the program at the designation, or in the absence of the program manager or director
Reviews, copies, edits, and/or develops research, informational, and promotional materials
May assist in establishing budgets and monitoring financial activity for an assigned area
Performs related work as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a related field
Two to three years of related professional experience
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated experience utilizing organizational and problem-solving skills, as well as displaying attention to detail
Experience working collaboratively and effectively in a team environment
Preferred
Four or more years of related professional experience
Experience with funded projects involving research, technical assistance, policy and/or program development
Experience in public policy, research, criminal or social justice
Experience working in a university setting
Experience developing and maintaining relationships with numerous diverse community partners
Experience assisting commissions, task forces, advisory boards, or other government or quasi-government entities
Benefits
Employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn
A highly desirable work environment
Company
University of Connecticut
The University of Connecticut is a public research university that operates multiple campuses across Connecticut.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$40.68MKey Investors
U.S. Environmental Protection AgencyUS Department of EnergyU.S. Department of Agriculture
2024-10-30Grant· $10M
2024-03-28Grant
2023-06-21Grant· $4.5M
Leadership Team
Mingyu Qiao
Assistant Professor of Innovation and Entrepreneurship (tenure-track)
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