Administrative Assistant – DMI Entertainment Industry Studies Position Available In Bolivar, Mississippi

Administrative Assistant – DMI Entertainment Industry Studies
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. | Employee interacts with faculty, staff, students, university administrators, community and civic organizations, educational institutions, student recruits, program donors, and alumni. The purpose of these interactions is to fulfill departmental initiatives in addition to general job responsibilities.
Please include the names and contact information of 2 references. If you would like to add a letter of recommendation please upload them with your application under optional documents. You may also have them emailed to DSUHRJobs@deltastate.edu. Once letters are received we will add them to your application materials.
Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title Administrative Assistant – DMI Entertainment Industry Studies
Working Title Administrative Assistant – DMI
Position Type Staff
Department Delta Music Institute
Posting Number 201201606
Full or Part Time Full Time
Benefit Eligible Yes

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Tenure/Non-Tenure Track Non-Tenure Track
Salary Basis 12 month

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Position Summary Information
Responsibilities Manage all administrative aspects of central DMI office, including departmental record keeping, payroll, incoming/outgoing communications, liaison with DMI faculty/staff/students.
Maintain and balance departmental budgets, Foundation accounts, and grant budgets.
Administrate external affairs related to events held at the DMI, such as summer camp, and recruiting.
Supervise student employees.
Coordinate participation in charitable contribution campaigns.
Provide on-site tours for students, donors, and partners.
Provide assistance to the DMI Director regarding logistics related to the work of the department.
Attend meetings as needed and record details of meetings for dissemination.
Qualifications High School diploma.
Proficient in general accounting practices and use of Excel spreadsheets.
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Office 365 applications.
Proficient in the use of Adobe applications such as Acrobat.
Excellent writing and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to adapt to changes on short notice.
Willingness to learn new procedures.
Salary Commensurate with experience, qualifications, and university’s resources.
Minimum Qualifications High School diploma
Preferred Qualifications Associate degree and/or Bachelor’s degree, preferably in music business or entertainment industry studies.
Proficient in DSU’s administrative platforms such as Banner and Argos.
Proficient in general accounting practices and use of Excel spreadsheets.
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Office 365 applications.
Proficient in the use of Adobe Acrobat.
Graphic arts skills in Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.
Excellent writing and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to adapt to changes on short notice.
Willingness to learn new procedures.
Special Instructions to Applicants Employee interacts with faculty, staff, students, university administrators, community and civic organizations, educational institutions, student recruits, program donors, and alumni. The purpose of these interactions is to fulfill departmental initiatives in addition to general job responsibilities.
Please include the names and contact information of 2 references. If you would like to add a letter of recommendation please upload them with your application under optional documents. You may also have them emailed to DSUHRJobs@deltastate.edu. Once letters are received we will add them to your application materials.
Additional Information This position requires a great deal of analytical and creative thinking due to the unique nature of the discipline. An example of this type of thinking would be evidenced in the creation of specific policies and procedures that address the department’s unique needs.
Posting Detail Information
Open Date 04/25/2025
Close Date Open Until Filled Yes