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Assistant to the Associate Provost

Salary

$19.75 - $21.40 Hourly

Location

College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's University - St. Joseph, MN

Job Type

Non-Exempt, Support Staff, Full Time

Job Number

02070

Department

Student Development - SJU Coordinate

Opening Date

07/25/2025

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+ Benefits

Position Summary

The Student Development team at the College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John’s University (SJU) invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), benefit-eligible position of Assistant to the Associate Provost.

Why Join Us?

The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:

+ Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

+ 18 Paid Holidays Annually

+ Generous Vacation and Sick Leave

+ Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance

+ Tuition Remission for Eligible Dependents

+ Employer Contributions to a Retirement Plan

+ Employee Assistance Programwith access to free or discounted counseling, legal guidance, financial coaching, and more

Join a committed team dedicated to safety, community, and service in a supportive and values-driven work environment.

To learn more about our benefits, visit mycsbsju.edu/jobs.

The Assistant to the Associate Provost is responsible for coordinating and supporting the administrative functions required for the effective operation of the Student Development Department. This role serves as the primary point of contact for the office of the Associate Provost and the division of Student Development to internal and external parties. This position plays a key role in maintaining records, tracking budgets, preparing reports, and providing administrative assistance for operational excellence.

Institutional Inclusion Visioning Statement

The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John’s University (SJU) believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural difference and that everyone deserves to feel safe and morally valued. To that end, we will challenge our own practices and systems. Our commitment to an inclusive environment will be incorporated into all decision-making processes. We dedicate ourselves to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons.

CSB and SJU offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program (click the benefits tab above the position summary section to view more information). For further information regarding our institutions, visit CSBSJU.

The posted wage represents CSB and SJU's good faith estimate of likely compensation at the time of posting. Actual pay will be dependent upon several factors, including the candidate's experience, qualifications, and skills, and may fall outside of the range indicated.

Responsibilities

Office Operations:

+ Manage daily operations of the office, including calendar and message management.

+ Greet and assist students, staff, and guests professionally.

+ Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming office environment.

Budget Management:

+ Process budget requests from designated budget lines.

+ Monitor expenditures to ensure fiscal responsibility.

+ Support the preparation of monthly budget reports.

Information and Record Management:

+ Maintain organized and accurate electronic records.

+ Provide electronic administrative support to the leadership team.

+ Assist in updating the division’s online presence, including website content.

Scheduling and Event Support:

+ Coordinate divisional and staff meeting schedules.

+ Provide logistical support for college and university events as needed.

Administrative Support:

+ Assist with proofreading, presentation design (e.g., PowerPoint), and preparation of correspondence.

+ Complete general administrative duties assigned.

Reporting:

+ Assist with compiling and drafting materials for reports as requested by leadership.

+ Ability to gather information, conduct basic research, and assist with project tasks

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

+ High school diploma or equivalent.

+ Minimum of three years’ experience in an office setting.

+ Demonstrated ability to organize and manage a wide range of administrative responsibilities.

+ Proven experience managing multiple budgets.

+ Ability to manage people and situations with discretion and sound judgment; effectively refer individuals to appropriate campus resources.

+ Self-motivated with the ability to identify needs and proactively address them.

+ Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.

+ Experience contributing to collaborative projects through research, analysis, and problem-solving.

+ Proficiency with current office software and tools including scheduling, budgeting, word processing, databases, presentations, and web-based systems.

+ Ability to multitask and remain flexible in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Physical Requirements:

+ Requires working at a computer for extended periods, including typing, reading from a screen, and using various software programs essential for the role.

Travel Requirements:

+ Regular travel between the campuses of the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University.

To Apply

Applications are accepted online by clicking on "Apply." Candidates are asked to complete the application form and submit a cover letter and resume.

If you require an accommodation to participate in the CSB and SJU hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (320) 363-5501 or [email protected].

It is the policy of CSB and SJU to conduct a pre-employment background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check. The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University also utilizes E-Verify as part of its onboarding process to confirm work authorization.

The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employers.

The College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's University (CSB/SJU) provides a comprehensive fringe benefit program. This brochure provides a summary of the current benefits offered at the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University.

HEALTH INSURANCE

Employees are eligible for coverage in the health insurance plan on the first of the month following date of hire. If you elect medical coverage for yourself, you may also choose to cover your eligible dependents. The employee and CSB/SJU share in the cost of this benefit.

DENTAL INSURANCE

Employees are eligible for coverage in the dental insurance plan on the first of the month following date of hire. If you elect dental coverage for yourself, you may also choose to cover your eligible dependents. The employee and CSB/SJU share in the cost of this benefit.

LIFE INSURANCE

CSB/SJU provides a Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) policy to employees. This insurance is effective on the first of the month following date of hire. The amount of term insurance provided is based on your annual salary.

You may also purchase additional life insurance in increments of one, two, three, or four times your annual salary. There is also a dependent life insurance package available.

LONG-TERM DISABILITY

After one year of benefit eligible employment, CSB/SJU provides disability coverage in the event of an illness or injury that prevents you from working.

VACATION

Paid vacation is accrued based upon FTE and the number of years employed. Vacation is cumulative from year to year to a maximum of 240 hours.

Employees working 100% time receive the following:

Vacation days per year Years employed

16 days 1-10 years

20 days 11+ years

HOLIDAYS

Full-time employees receive 18 paid holidays a year.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS

HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT

These plans allow employees to set aside part of their salary on a pre-tax basis to pay for IRS approved expenses.

VISION PLAN

This voluntary plan offers affordable vision coverage for routine eye exams, eyeglass lenses and frames, and contact lenses. Discounts on hearing exams and hearing aids are also included.

TUITION REMISSION

Tuition remission is an educational benefit provided by CSB/SJU. A full time employee and spouse (if applicable) are eligible for tuition free educational benefits the first full semester after six months of employment. Full time employees may enroll for one undergraduate course per term, which includes summer; up to a maximum of 2 courses per year.

There is also a tuition remission program for dependent children of full time employees. This program provides a financial resource to a son or daughter for meeting the tuition costs of undergraduate education. Eligibility begins the fall or spring semester following 2 years (24 months) of continuous full-time employment.There are also two consortia programs in which CSB/SJU participate where employees' children may apply for scholarships to attend other colleges/universities.

Tuition assistance is also available at Saint John's Preparatory School for the dependents of full-time employees.

PARENTAL LEAVE

A paid leave (up to 15 days) will be granted to eligible employees upon the birth or adoption of a child, pro-rated based on FTE. New employees are eligible for this benefit after twelve months of employment.

SICK LEAVE

Full-time employees earn up to 9 days of sick leave per year, pro-rated based on FTE.

Sick leave is cumulative from year to year up to a maximum of 720 hours (90 days). Employees may also use accumulated personal sick leave to care for ill family members.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a free counseling resource available to

all employees and immediate family members.

RETIREMENT

Defined Contribution Plan

CSB/SJU provides a retirement program for all qualified full time employees. The program is administered by Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA).

Enrollment in the retirement plan will be effective the first day of the month following the date of hire unless the employee elects to opt-out.

The employee/employer contributions are as follows:

Year Employee Contribution CSB/SJU Contribution

1 3% 1%

2 3% 3%

3 3% 5%

4 3% 7%

5 3% 9%

Supplemental Tax Deferred Annuity Plan

In addition to the regular plan, a benefit eligible employee may voluntarily elect to contribute to this plan.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Saint John's University College of Saint Benedict

Human Resources Office Human Resources Office

Quadrangle 127 Schoenecker

Collegeville, MN 56321 St. Joseph, MN 56374

Phone (320) 363-5500 Phone (320) 363-5500

Fax (320) 363-6092 Fax (320) 363-6092

* Benefits subject to change annually Revised 11/22/24

Employer

College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's University, Order of Saint Benedict

Address

37 South College Ave

Saint Joseph, Minnesota, 56374

Phone

(320) 363-5500

Website

http://www.csbsju.edu/