Job Description

How to Apply

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Job Summary

The School of Kinesiology invites well-qualified applicants for an Administrative Assistant Intermediate position.  In this role, your primary function is to support the school's sport management (SM) program faculty and the supervisor, the Program Chair, with the daily administration of activities.   You will be responsible for delivering a high level of service to all employee, student, and visiting populations. Review the full description here. 

Who We Are

The School of Kinesiology is one of the fastest-growing schools at the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. We have three undergraduate majors, five graduate degree programs, two doctoral programs, and 28 research labs and centers. We are proud to occupy the fully renovated Kraus Building, a 221,600 gross square foot space adjacent to the Diag. It is an exciting time to be in the School of Kinesiology; read more about us here.    

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

Responsibilities*

(EF) = Essential Function

Purchasing (25%) (EF)

Travel reimbursements/ChromeRiver (20%)  (EF)

Guest travel arrangements/events (15%)  (EF)

Support SM Program Chair and Associate Program Chair (15%)

Faculty instructional support (5%)  (EF)

Room scheduling and maintenance for designated office area (10%)

Other (10%) 

Required Qualifications*

Desired Qualifications*

Work Schedule

In-Person Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm; there will be program meetings that will require earlier arrivals (as early as 7:00am) and later departures (as late as 5:30pm). This is a full-time position with work taking place on-site at the School of Kinesiology, 830 N. University, Ann Arbor, MI. 

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

The general salary range for this position is $47,000 - $53,000, with eligibility to participate in the school's 2025 merit program.  An offer may be extended outside of this range based on equity, experience, knowledge, and skills for the position. You are encouraged to discuss salary questions to honor understanding and transparency throughout the recruiting process. Benefits are included with this position. 

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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