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Administrative Assistant I

Dakota State University is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant I to provide day-to-day administrative and operational support for the DigForCE, SecureSD, and Project Boundary Fence programs. This position plays a critical role in supporting program leadership, coordinating documentation and approvals, tracking program activities, and ensuring accurate and timely communication across multiple stakeholders.

Note: This position is externally funded and is subject to continual funding.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support for the DigForCE, SecureSD, and Project Boundary Fence programs and directors.
  • Process travel requests and coordinate scheduling, meetings, and logistics across multiple internal and external stakeholders.
  • Serve as the primary coordinator for document routing and approvals, including preparing, managing, and tracking materials through DocuSign and other electronic signature platforms.
  • Track project status and maintain accurate documentation, including email confirmations, agreements, MOUs, quotes, work orders, invoices, and payment records.
  • Monitor contracts, invoices, and program documentation with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Maintain up-to-date records within program management and tracking systems to support workflows, timelines, and deliverables.
  • Communicate effectively with internal teams, vendors, and local government entities to support program operations.
  • Manage data and reporting using Microsoft Office tools and the MS Model Driven Power App system.
  • Assist with the development, tracking, and reporting of key performance indicators (KPIs) to support program performance, accountability, and overall effectiveness.
  • Support problem-solving and process improvement efforts related to administrative coordination and documentation management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Strong organizational and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
  • High level of attention to detail.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across multiple stakeholders.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently while effectively supporting a team environment.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
  • Experience working with IT, cybersecurity, or technical teams is beneficial but not required.

Benefits:
  • Flexible benefits package – health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, hospital indemnity insurance, flexible spending account, health savings account, health reimbursement account.
  • South Dakota Retirement System. Employees receive 6% fully matched contributions from SDRS and are vested after three years of service.
  • Paid time off – full time 12-month employees earn 15 days per year of annual leave and 14 days of sick leave per year. In addition, employees receive 11 federal paid holidays.
  • Reduced tuition for education.
  • Professional liability
  • Paid family leave
How to Apply:
DSU accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu. Please submit a cover letter, resume and a list of at least three references.

Applications will begin to be reviewed immediately and continue until the position is filled.

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