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JOB SUMMARY

As a joint administrative position, this position serves as the front-facing person for both Research on Resilient Cities, Racism, and Equity (RRCRE) and the Office of the State Historian. The administrator will work as a liaison to community and university partners, ensuring efficient and proper workflow and communication are maintained in advancing the mission and vision of the units. The ideal candidate will be collaborative, reliable, and a people-focused person, competent in prioritizing and working with minimal supervision.

A federally designated Minority Serving Institution, UConn Hartford serves approximately 1,600 undergraduate students and 1,600 graduate students, including majority first-generation and students-of-color cohorts. Centered on teaching, research, and service in and about the majority Black, brown, migrant, and refugee city, UConn Hartford advances a vision of academic excellence focused on community-based, collaborative learning.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Makes travel arrangements, processes travel requests and reimbursements.
• Monitors office supply inventory and coordinates maintenance for office equipment.
• Maintains and monitors the unit budget and records. Monitors and approves routine expenditures and processes reimbursement requests.
• Assists in the maintenance and modification of complex filing and record keeping systems, pursuant to state record retention policies.
• Schedules and arranges meetings.
• Performs various office tasks, including printing and photocopying.
• Stays abreast of changes to university policies and procedures and provides education and outreach regarding policies.
• Assists with research projects, using skills such as database searches.
• Serves as point of contact between RRCRE to community.
• Co-edits and distributes RRCRE Newsletter.
• Handles front desk registration and event RSVP at the XL Center.
• Assists with data entry for The Hartford Project.
• Serves as point of contact between the Office of the State Historian to other UConn units.
• Co-edits H-Connecticut listserv.
• Performs related work as required.

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor’s degree in a related field. (An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for the degree and years requirement.)
2. Two years of related experience. (An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for the degree and years requirement.)
3. Knowledge of database management and organization.
4. Knowledge of Microsoft Office and related software applications.
5. Knowledge of notetaking and recordkeeping systems.

 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Experience working in higher education or a community organization environment. 
2. Experience in website management.
3. Experience in database management.
4. Familiarity with Concur.
5. Ability to effectively manage multiple, simultaneous projects and programs.
6. Interest or experience working in an urban setting. 

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a full-time, permanent position. The University offers a competitive salary, and outstanding benefits, including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment. For additional information regarding benefits visit: https://hr.uconn.edu/health-benefits/. Other rights, terms, and conditions of employment are contained in the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Connecticut and the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA).

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #498891 to upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references.

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on February 24, 2025. 

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.