Program Assistant -Arts and Sciences

The College of Arts & Sciences at the University of South Dakota is seeking a Program Assistant 1 to provide administrative support to the Dean’s Office and College activities. This is a 12-month, hourly position, with a start date as soon as possible. Duties will include:

• Act as liaison with other offices and departments, including the President’s and Provost’s offices, the Registrar, Accounting, Graduate School, Continuing and Distance Education, and other academic units, as well as the faculty, staff, and public.
• Develop and track internal policies and procedures, including personnel/HR, academic/student policies, record‑keeping, annual evaluation and promotion process, hiring and searches.
• Coordinate and oversee college functions, events, and activities, including student and faculty recognition.
• Maintain calendars for the deans and schedule meetings for college committees.
• Create and/or edit written correspondence for a variety of audiences.
• Hire and supervise graduate assistants assigned to the Dean’s Office.

Posting Date: 12/14/2025

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled

First Consideration Date: 12/22/2025

Advertised Salary: $20.50–$23.00 per hour

Duration of the Term: 12 months

Appointment Percent: 100%

Work Hours:

8am–5pm M‑F, or 7:30am–4:30pm M‑F during the summer

This position requires:
No Requirement

USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological political or sectarian opinions or perspectives, or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.

Cognitive Requirements:
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Protective Clothing/Equipment:
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Physical Requirements:

Sitting for sustained periods of time; standard office work, typing, filing, etc.

Sensory Requirements:
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Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Reference List

Notice to all applicants:
If you are selected as a finalist, job references and a background check may be conducted.

South Dakota Board of Regents
306

E. Capital Ave, Suite 200
Pierre, SD 57501