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Under the general direction of the chairperson, the assistant to the chairperson oversees all budget preparation and management; serves as liaison with faculty regarding research and academic activities, with responsibility for Department and University policy applications and interpretation; and is responsible for general administration and office management.

The assistant to the chairperson reports directly to the chairperson and supervises departmental staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Prepares and administers, in consultation with the chairperson, all departmental accounts, research proposal budgets, and budgetary matters related to personnel appointments and salary increases; approves and monitors expenditures, performs analyses, and provides projections. (30%)
2. Reviews status of all administrative activities in the Department and advises the chairperson of such status; directs departmental office and administrative matters. (25%)
3. Coordinates the scheduling of all courses and acts as liaison with chairperson, undergraduate and graduate committee chairpersons, and the scheduling office. (20%)
4. Assists faculty in academic and research activities. Provides orientation and interpretation of University and History Department policies and procedures for new faculty and professionals. (15 %)
5. Recruits, hires, and provides training and orientation for new staff and part-time employees on the operation of the Department and policies, procedures, and benefits of the University. Directly supervises secretarial staff and part-time employees and generally supervises professional staff in the History Media Center. (10%)

Requires a Bachelor's degree in business administration or business-related discipline with two years administrative experience or associate's degree with four years administrative experience.   Requires supervisory experience; organizational skills; the ability to coordinate multiple tasks concurrently; demonstrated ability to use advanced techniques in spreadsheet, database, and presentation software; and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively and interact with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds.  Knowledge of University policies and procedures and general accounting preferred.