An Office or Administrative Assistant performs administrative work in an office. Works in a wide variety of office settings, such as a company or business, or a government office or school. Manages paper and electronic files, uses office equipment including computers, responds to phone calls and emails, routes mail and maintains calendars and schedules.
Administrative Assistant, QE8701
Posting Details
Posting Details Logo Institution The University of South Dakota
Working Title Administrative Assistant, QE8701
Posting Number
CSA02797P
Department Biomedical & Translational Sciences
Physical Location of Position (City) Vermillion
Posting Text The Division of Biomedical & Translational Sciences seeks a full-time, 12 month Administrative Assistant to provide customer service to faculty, staff, and students by supporting the academic, research, administrative and some financial functions of the Dean's office. The successful candidate will be expected to assist in both administrative and financial needs specifically assisting with purchasing, shipping and receiving, and coordinating travel for faculty, staff, and students. The successful candidate must have strong customer service and organizational skills, be team oriented, exhibit attention to detail, have the ability to multi-task, and be comfortable with the use of Microsoft Office products specifically Word, Outlook, and Excel. The USD Sanford School of Medicine has announced the move of the first 18 months of the M.D. program and the Division of Biomedical & Translational Sciences from Vermillion to Sioux Falls. Travel between sites may be required until the move is complete. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position. Posting Date 08/20/2026
Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes
First Consideration Date 09/03/2026
Advertised Salary $19.27 to $20.00, depending on qualifications and experience
Duration of the Term 12 months
If Other, describe duration Full time
Appointment Percent 100
Work Hours M-F (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM) Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular
Scope of Search External (includes Internal)
If internal, define scope of search NA
This position requires No Requirement
If other, please indicate NA
Department Description and Cultural Expectations 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. Intense Customer Interaction, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, 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 NA
Physical Requirements Please designate the physical requirements of this position Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Lifting light, Repetitive Motion, Sitting for sustained periods of time
Describe any of the conditions selected NA
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 NA
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. NA