Salary: $37,144.00 Annually
Location : Kutztown, PA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2023-0126
Division: Academic Affairs
Department: Art Education
Opening Date: 07/31/2023
Closing Date: 8/14/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME
Classification: Clerical Assistant 3
Job Summary
The Clerical Assistant in Art Education works with the chairperson to manage two undergraduate tracks in the BS program (Art Education, Alternative Settings), three graduate tracks in the MEd program (traditional MEd, Interns and Post Baccalaureate Certification) and the MA in Arts Administration program. Our programs service approximately 175 undergraduate majors and 200 graduate students. Art Education students seek to obtain, maintain or upgrade PA licensure to teach art in PK-12 settings. Students enrolled in the Arts Administration program seek careers in the public sector through arts and cultural organizations. Alternative Settings students gain work experience through required internships in health, museum or community settings. The Clerical Assistant is fundamental to the smooth operation of the department and programs which are housed under two colleges. The Clerical Assistant maintains working relationships with faculty, students, families and different offices across campus including the Registrar, Admissions, Bursar, KU Foundation, Facilities, Graduate Studies, Camps and Conferences, University Relations, Clinical Experience, and the Dean in the College of Education.
Internal applicants can view the full job description here:
AFSCME 2023-0126 -071223-072623.pdf
Minimum Qualifications
ENTRY LEVEL KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of the use and functionality of Microsoft Office Suite software.
- Knowledge of standard vocabulary and usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
- Knowledge of standard office practices and procedures.
- Ability to use an alphanumeric keyboard.
- Ability to proofread information for conformance with prescribed standards.
- Ability to sort and file information.
- Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
- Ability to follow oral instructions.
- Ability to read and understand written materials.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally.
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: (NOTE: Based on the Entry Level Knowledges, Skills, and Abilities)
- One year as a Clerical Assistant 2 (commonwealth title);
or
- One year of moderately complex clerical experience;
or
- An equivalent combination of experience and education.
Preferred Qualifications
- Image processing (Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Scanning)
- Website design and maintenance
- Various software and operating platforms including SAP, MyKU, Peoplesoft, MS Office, Excel, Source point
Supplemental Information
Applications & Resumes will be accepted until position is filled, however; to ensure full consideration, internal and application materials should be received no later than close of the day August 14, 2023.
All applications for this position must be submitted via our online application/resume system ONLY. Please do not fax, mail, or e-mail any documentation.
Successful interview, reference checks, background clearances (PA Criminal, Child Abuse Clearance & FBI Clearance), and demonstration of ability are requisite qualifications for all positions.
The University is very interested in hiring employees who have had extensive experience with diverse populations.
Kutztown University is an AA/EOE/member of the PA State System of Higher Education and actively solicits applications from women and minority candidates.
Non-Discrimination Statement
Kutztown University does not discriminate in employment or educational opportunities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. To discuss a complaint of discrimination, please contact the University’s Title IX Coordinator located in the Office of Social Equity, Old Main A-Wing, Room 02, by phone at 610-683-4700 or by e-mail at or the Office for Civil Rights located in the Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Bldg., 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202-1100, by phone at 800-421-3481 (TDD: 800-877-8339), by fax at 202-453-6012, or by e-mail at
The link for benefits for AFSCME is:
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Are you a current employee of Kutztown University?
- Yes
- No
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Which KU Department do you currenty work for?
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Please Indicate in the space below any qualifications or skills which you possess that are pertinent to this position: (Although it is not required, attaching a resume would be advantageous.)
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