Staff Assistant

Staff Assistant Advertising/Posting Title Staff Assistant Posting Summary The Staff Assistant provides critical administrative support to the Office of Engagement and Leahy Institute for Rural Partnerships and helps maintain smooth operations within the department. This role provides administrative support and interfaces with internal and external partners. It includes maintenance of our Salesforce CRM database, involving data entry and reporting. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, able to manage multiple tasks, able to work with data management systems and interact with internal and external partners. Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) Associate's degree and one to 3 years of experience in an administrative support role, preferably within a higher education or government environment. Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams). Experience working with CRM platforms, especially Salesforce, to enter, update, and report data. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with attention to detail. Ability to handle sensitive data and maintain confidentiality. Strong customer service orientation and the ability to work collaboratively in a team. Desirable Qualifications o Preferred prior experience with data entry, CRM systems, and database management. o Knowledge of Salesforce CRM is highly preferred. Anticipated Pay Range $22.20 - $31.79 per hour Other Information Special Conditions A probationary period may be required, Contingent on continued funding, Travel to and from worksites required, Background Check required for this position FLSA Non-Exempt Union Position Yes, UVMSU Posting Details Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice. Job Location Burlington, Vermont, United States Job Open Date 05/05/2026 Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) Open Until Filled No Our Common Ground Statement The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of

Our Common Ground:

Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM's mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties. Position Information Position Title Univ Ops Administration OC2 N Posting Number S6083PO Department Office of Engagement/10020 Position Number 00025334 Percent of Full-Time 1.0 Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5 Term (months per year) 12