Professional Aide

Position Summary(Basic Job Function)This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides professional support. Responsibilities may include general business, science, medical, agricultural or other professional support functions. Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between and at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call. On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.Unit Position SummaryPosition SummaryThe AgeAlive team seeks a creative and innovative lifelong learner with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population and able to problem solve within a collaborative team environment. The AgeAlive Program Assistant will manage the Butterfly Garden Project, monitor AgeAlive email communications and multimedia, plan events, as well as other administrative tasks associated with AgeAlive operations. Will communicate with faculty, staff, students and public to answer questions and provide great customer service.This position is an on-call position for 3-6 months with potential for an extension contingent on funding.About AgeAliveAgeAlive, housed within MSU's College of Osteopathic Medicine, was established with a vision for a world in which there is respect, wellbeing throughout the lifespan, and quality of life for all people of all ages and abilities. AgeAlive manages several programs and partnerships including: MSU Senior Ambassador Program, Town and Gown Lecture Series, Annual Research Forum and Ageing-related Research Network, and most recently, hosting an Artist-in-Residence (Zahrah Resh) to promote health and wellbeing through the art of healing paper butterflies. AgeAlive is committed to actively recruiting a diverse leadership board, supporting research that includes people of all cultures, delivering lifelong education that is accessible and relevant to all communities, and supporting community activities that are inclusive of people of any age, gender, culture, religion, and lifestyle.Desired QualificationsExperience in event management, social media, email marketing, and other communications-related functions.Experience with Microsoft office collaboration tools (SharePoint, Teams, outlook)Effective at managing multiple and quickly changing priorities in a dynamic environment.Ability to receive and implement feedback consistently and effectively.Excellent written and verbal communication skillsEqual Employment Opportunity StatementAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.Required Application MaterialsResumeWork HoursON-CALLRemote Work StatementMSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.