Office Coordinator

About The College Of Agriculture And Life Sciences (CALS)

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) at Cornell University is a leading institution dedicated to purpose-driven science. With a large community of students, faculty, and staff, CALS conducts renowned research, education, and outreach activities across various disciplines. The department's focus revolves around three interrelated areas: understanding natural and human systems, addressing issues related to food, energy, and environmental resources, and promoting social, physical, and economic well-being. CALS is committed to making positive impacts on people's lives, their environments, and communities on a local and global scale.

About The Field Research Unit (FRU)

The Field Research Unit (FRU) at Cornell AgriTech offers essential support to faculty, staff, and students involved in field research. FRU oversees the management of land, field facilities, and equipment dedicated to field research activities. Their services encompass a range of tasks such as site preparation, fertilization, and pesticide applications, focusing on the maintenance and provision of resources for research conducted in Cornell AgriTech field plots.

The Opportunity

Are you passionate about supporting cutting-edge research in agriculture? Are you organized, detail-oriented, and thrive in a dynamic team environment? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you

At Cornell AgriTech, located in Geneva, NY, we are seeking a part-time Office Coordinator to join our Field Research Unit (FRU) and provide essential support to our dedicated team of researchers. As an Office Coordinator, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our research facilities, enabling our faculty to deliver high-quality results.

What We Need

A resume and cover letter are required for further consideration.

1. High school diploma with one year related experience.
2. Proficient in Microsoft Suite.
3. Proficient in Microsoft Outlook calendaring.
4. Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and wellbeing.
5. Must be able to compile, analyze, and report on complex data.
6. Must have excellent customer service skills and demonstrated ability to communicate and work with a broad range of people.
7. Attention to detail, organizational skills, and prioritization skills are required.
8. Able to work quickly and effectively under pressure, use judgment in accomplishing tasks that are urgent or of a sensitive or confidential nature; balance conflicting priorities, interpret policies, and make decisions from a range of choices.
9. Demonstrated ability to give and receive feedback, communicate, listen, respect others, set priorities and achieve them, and use time effectively.
10. Must be highly motivated and exhibit innovation, good judgment, and reliability in the workplace.
11. Work with other staff as a member of a team to resolve issues and achieve common goals.
12. Provide and promote service to internal and external customers.

If you have all those things, great We have another thing that we would prefer you to have, but it’s ok if you don’t.

1. Associate’s degree or higher with up to 3 years of administration experience.
2. Experience in invoicing and billing and account reconciliation.

Rewards And Benefits

1. Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives.
2. Our benefits programs include comprehensive health care options, generous retirement contributions, access to wellness programs, and employee discounts with local and national retail brands. We invite you to follow this link to get more information about our benefits: https://hr.cornell.edu/benefits-pay.
3. Follow this link to learn more about the Total Rewards of Working at Cornell: https://hr.cornell.edu/jobs/your-total-rewards.
4. Our leave provisions include health and personal leave, three weeks of vacation and 13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1.
5. Cornell's impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, tuition aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program.

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University Job Title

Administrative Asst III

Job Family

Administration

Level

C

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Range

$22.60 - $24.03

Remote Option Availability

Onsite

Company

Contract College

Contact Name

Keionda Lewis

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2024-12-23