Program Assistant - Health and Human Performance Department

Job Responsibilities:

The Citadel The Military College of South Carolina is seeking a Program Assistant for the Health and Human Performance Department. This role will assist the Department Head as well as support the other faculty/staff of the HHP department. In addition to having a supportive role this position will be responsible for the following:

• Assists with the scheduling of Fall Spring and Summer course offerings as well as coordinates instructors based on availability reserving space updating schedule and room assignments as needed throughout the year.
• Oversees departmental budgets and account balances; to include reconciling monthly purchasing card statements purchase supplies for classroom and lab activities.
• Responsible for purchasing supplies for the department and faculty research.
• Process reimbursements for HHP affiliated clubs; direct pay/ EPAFS Payment reqs. /wire transfers and student reimbursements for HHP affiliated study abroad programs.
• Assists students in travel arrangements; including submitting special orders meal money reimbursements etc.
• Coordinate with Exercise Science Physical Education and Sport Management program leaders to produce a yearly report about the success of our graduates and help build a database to track alumni.
• Assist department Head and faculty with updates and revisions to the HHP department policy and procedures manual.
• Assist Department Head with tasks related to special events that occur throughout the year such as student faculty and staff awards CASM banquet accepted students events etc.
• As needed occasionally proctoring exams preparing documents and materials.

Minimum Qualifications:

The minimum requirements are a Bachelors degree with previous work related experience as an administrative assistant or program assistant. Ability to effectively plan and organize work activities and prioritize task completion according to schedules and goals. Knowledge of principles policies and practices of office management. Effective communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

A Masters degree.

Benefits of Working at The Citadel

• Extensive Health Plans
• Great Retirement Options
• Tuition Waiver Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Discounts
• Isle of Palms Beach Club
• Swain Family Boat Center
• Community Service Opportunities
• Mentor/Mentee Program
• Read more about our benefits on our HR website

About The Citadel College

The Citadel also known as the Military College of South Carolina is a public senior military college located in Charleston South Carolina. Founded in 1842 The Citadel has a rich history and educational reputation. With our current location on the banks of the Ashley River in downtown Charleston you are close to great restaurants shopping and much more. Ranked #1 Public College in the South (U.S. News & World Report 2022 for schools with up to a masters degree the opportunities are endless.

There are about 2300 undergraduate students who make up the South Carolina Corps of Cadets. Out of the Corps of Cadets 1 out of 3 graduates earn a military commission. Students can choose from 31 Majors 57 Minors prehealth professions and prelaw (a concentration in political science). The 11:1 studenttofaculty ratio guarantees students a quality education. Another 1000 students attend the Graduate College evening and online programs.