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USM is the comprehensive regional and urban institution in the University of Maine System which is comprised of eight academic units on three campuses. The Portland campus is located in Maine’s largest city (population 65,000), within a thriving economic and cultural region of the state, on beautiful Casco Bay. Gorham is 10 miles from downtown Portland in the midst of scenic New England countryside. Lewiston-Auburn is located midway between the coast and the mountains, 30 minutes north of Portland.

Portland was listed as "America's Most Livable City" by Forbes (2009), and one of Frommer's Top Travel Destinations (2007) and is listed 4th among the 10 Perfect Places to Live in America, by Fine Living Cable Network. Located a two-hour car drive north of Boston, Portland offers a low crime rate, lack of congestion, excellent cultural and outdoor activities, and a beautiful setting, just minutes from both beautiful sandy beaches and the famous rocky coast of Maine.

Hourly Internal Job Opening

INTERNAL - These vacancies are, at this time, open only to application by regular employees (does not include student workers or temporary hires).  Classified (hourly wage) employees normally must have completed six months in their current position before being eligible to apply for other positions. Apply by calling x5629 by the deadline date.  Also, it is highly recommended that you fax a current resume and cover letter to Employment Services (fax #5136).  The cover letter should include an explanation of how you meet each of the required qualifications for the position.  The starting rate of pay is given.   Regular employees will, in most cases, qualify for a higher rate after applying the appropriate bargaining unit contract provisions.  Note - a complete position description is available upon request to Employment Services.

To apply, contact Michelle Nadeau at 780-5629.

Administrative Assistant II #9022
Muskie School, Dean’s Office
Location: Wishcamper Center, Portland Campus
Wage Band/Start Wage: Wage Band 21, $12.75/hr
Full-time (100%)
COLT represented classified position

Posted: October 30, 2009                 Deadline:   November 5, 2009             
                                          
The Administrative Assistant II is responsible for providing support through administrative and complex clerical work, performing difficult non-routine tasks, and maintaining communication with the Dean and the Dean’s staff. Work involves internal and external contacts, access to confidential information, and administration of Institute policies and procedures. Judgment and initiative are frequently exercised in initiating and answering verbal and written communications. Work is performed under general rather than specific instruction

QUALIFICATIONS: Required:  High level technical, word processing skills: speed, accuracy, grammar, and ability to present information appropriately and consistently.  Ability to present complex information graphically.   Interpersonal skills: ability to work well with many people at all levels and provide a strong collaborative approach.  Organizational ability: ability to prioritize work, keep track of multiple details, maintain and archive project files.  Competencies needed: grace under pressure, flexibility, ability to work independently under tight time constraints, service orientation which values quality and efficiency in performance.  Preferred:  Knowledge of Microsoft Office software packages, including MS Word, Access and Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher and other graphic software.







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