Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

George Fox University is seeking a part-time dynamic, detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support the daily operations of the Department of Kinesiology. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional organizational skills, program management, a heart of service, and a commitment to the mission and values of George Fox University.

About the Job:

This position serves as an essential member of the Kinesiology department, providing high-level administrative support to the department chair and faculty. The role involves coordinating academic and operational functions, assisting with events, managing departmental communications, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.

Job Responsibilities Include, but Are Not Limited To:

• Providing administrative support for department chair, including scheduling meetings, taking minutes, managing purchases of lab supplies/equipment, and running budget reports.
• Assisting faculty with course-related administrative tasks such as photocopying, classroom scheduling, tracking syllabi, and proctoring exams.
• Maintaining departmental records, files, and databases for current students and alumni.
• Coordinating planning and logistics for departmental events (e.g., holiday gatherings, workshops, guest lectures, and recruitment events).
• Creating and maintaining a welcoming and professional presence for students and other visitors.
• Hiring, training, and managing student employees.
• Preparing and processing purchase orders, budget documentation, and other financial reports.
• Serving as a liaison between the Kinesiology department and other university departments, including Registrar, Finance, and Academic Affairs.
• Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.
• By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.
• Demonstrated experience working cross culturally with respect, appreciation and humility.
• Other duties as assigned.

A Day in the Life of This Position:

This role involves a balance of administrative, relational, and operational tasks. On any given day, you may support faculty with class materials, track budgets and expenditures, supervise student workers, coordinate academic processes like course evaluations, or plan departmental gatherings. You will also serve as a primary point of contact for students and guests, embodying hospitality and professionalism.

We're Looking for Candidates Who Have:

• An associate's degree is required.
• A minimum of 2 years of successful office, clerical or administrative support.
• A familiarity with kinesiology, health sciences, or a related field.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent organization skills and detail orientation with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Positive decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• A proficiency of Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, Google documents, Internet navigation, and able to become proficient in other administrative software programs.
• Integrity and discretion in maintaining a high degree of confidentiality.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States. This position does not offer visa sponsorship; therefore, only applicants who do not require sponsorship for employment visas, now or at any point in the future, should apply.
• A commitment to the University's Theology of Racial and Ethnic Diversity.
• A desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees who represent various cultures, backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, political views, and expressions of Christian faith.
• A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

Preference Will be Given to Those Who Have the Following Attributes:

• A Bachelor's degree.
• Experience working in a university or college setting.

Job Information:

• Hours Per Week: 20 hours per week
• Work Period: August 15 through May 14 (9 months)
• Primary Work Location: Newberg Campus
• Supervisor: Angie Taibbi, Chair, Department of Kinesiology

George Fox University has been transforming student's lives for over 125 years. We are a Christ-centered community that prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Our vision is to be the Christian university of choice known for empowering students to achieve exceptional life outcomes. We put students first, with Christ at the center of our work, embracing change in order to improve. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in creating transformational experiences for our students.

Being a part of our community means a commitment to faith and to a lifestyle that is consistent with the university's mission as described in the Statement of Faith and Community Lifestyle Statement on our website.

As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University is an institution that values diversity as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities. In seeking to become a more inclusive community, we especially encourage applications from women and candidates from racial and ethnic backgrounds that are underrepresented in our community.

What is most appealing about working at George Fox University?

• Faith-friendly: Our culture is unique for higher education. At George Fox you can pursue academic excellence while integrating scriptures, praying with staff members and students at work, and helping to make an impact on the world in a way that promotes Christian values.
• Unapologetically Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God's Word.
• Live out your calling: You are able to use your God-given talents and abilities while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings, at which they will be able to glorify the kingdom of God just as they have seen you do.

For your personal well-being we offer:

• A strong Christian vision and mission-led organization with opportunities for your growth and contributions.
• Wonderful Christian peers and a vibrant student population.
• A beautiful and peaceful campus environment with areas to walk and coffee shops and restaurants close by.
• Free Fitness Center membership.
• Free parking.
• Rich employee benefit package.
  

Application Procedures - kindly apply only through this website

When completing the online application, please upload the following as Word or .pdf documents in the section marked Letter of Interest and Curriculum Vitae or Resume :

• Letter of Interest
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume
• Other supporting materials may be requested at a later stage of the review process.

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

We invite you to Be Known at Oregon's largest private and nationally recognized Christian University!

**This position is subject to close at any time, regardless of the date on the posting.
**Have questions or need assistance with our application process? Contact Georgefoxcareers@georgefox.edu

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The university is an equal-opportunity employer. Every employee has the right to work in surroundings free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy to make decisions about applicants and employees without regard to sex, age, race, color, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status to the extent prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal law. This prohibition applies not only to the recruiting and hiring process but to all facets of the employment relationship, including promotion, pay, training, classification, performance reviews, discipline, and termination.

George Fox is owned by the Northwest Yearly Meeting of Friends Church and its mission is distinctly Christian. Employees are required to agree with and abide by the university's faith statement and its statement of community responsibilities. Within the context of this agreement and commitment, employment opportunities are otherwise available to all persons on the basis of their experience and skills.

In the recruiting process, the university may make special effort to solicit applicants from underrepresented groups. This is done as an affirmative step to increase the representation of these populations in the university's workforce to better match their availability in the labor market. Hiring decisions are based on the applicants' qualifications as they relate to the needs of the position.

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