Executive Assistant to Dean

Executive Assistant to Dean Posting Details Posting Details Logo Institution The University of South Dakota Working Title Executive Assistant to Dean Posting Number

CSA02682P

Department USD-School of Business Physical Location of Position (City) Vermillion Posting Text Position provides support for the Dean of the Beacom School of Business, including calendar management; preparing correspondence, vouchers and reports; organizing and maintaining electronic and paper files; monitoring and responding to emails; scheduling and coordinating meetings and making travel arrangements.

Position requires:

Ability to manage projects and create a broad variety of documents and materials for executives. Exhibit a high level of professional communication skills to coordinate meetings and activities of the Dean. Ability to proactively anticipate needs and prioritize incoming issues, requests and inquiries, including those of a sensitive or confidential nature. Work closely with the Dean to keep the Dean well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, and issues taking place in the internal and external environments. Good judgment to determine an appropriate course of action (referral or response) to varied situations. Ability to manage workflow independently and follow through to successful completion. Must be able to facilitate clear communication and maintain credibility, trust and support between the executive office and internal staff, and with external clients and constituents. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to make travel and logistical arrangements. Knowledge of computer software applications (Excel, Work, Outlook), modern office equipment, practices and procedures. Preferred qualifications for the position include knowledge of Banner and previous experience as an executive assistant. Posting Date 05/05/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled No First Consideration Date 05/12/2026 Advertised Salary Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Work Hours 8 AM to 5 PM Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search Full time at the Beacom School of Business This position requires Other If other, please indicate Occational evening hours Department Description and Cultural Expectations The Beacom School of Business at The University of South Dakota is a vibrant, internationally accredited business school that has served students since 1927. It is the State's flagship business school and a regional leader with consistently high national rankings. We are seeking a self-motivated, proactive, detail-oriented individual for our Executive Assistant to the Dean. The individual will work closely with the Dean, Associate Dean, staff, and faculty. The Executive Assistant to the Dean provides support for the Dean of the Beacom School of Business, including calendar management; preparing correspondence, vouchers and reports; organizing and maintaining electronic and paper files; monitoring and responding to emails; scheduling and coordinating meetings and making travel arrangements. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse. Contact Information Working Conditions Cognitive Requirements Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Pace-fast, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication Protective Clothing/Equipment Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. If other protection is used please identify Physical Requirements Please designate the physical requirements of this position Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Carrying, Climbing Stairs, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Repetitive Motion, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating) Describe any of the conditions selected Sensory Requirements Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. Working Conditions & Exposures Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above Working Environment Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Office Environment If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.