The Ostrom Workshop was founded at Indiana University in 1973 by Nobel laureate Elinor Ostrom and her husband, Vincent. Today, we carry forward their legacy by seeking and sharing solutions to the world's most pressing problems involving communal and contested resources, from clean water to secure cyberspace.
The need for policies that incentivize effective governance is at the root of society's most significant struggles. From famine to higher education, business loans to vaccinations, and disaster preparedness to internet connectivity, motivating people to work together is essential to overcoming our most important global challenges.
Job Summary
Department-Specific Responsibilities
Conducts general administrative support duties including scheduling meetings, taking minutes and ordering supplies.
Compiles and edits reports and proposals.
Coordinates logistics for events, meetings and visits.
Updates and maintains contact lists, shared files and websites.
Coordinates presentations by helping to schedule presenters, providing presentations templates and sharing recordings.
Assists with foundation and donor prospect research.
Coordinates travel in partnership with other Ostrom Workshop staff.
Manages Ostrom Workshop databases and facilities including office assignments.
Manage Ostrom Workshop and Executive director calendars.
General Responsibilities
Conducts research and compiles materials and information for departmental programs.
Prepares records of program activities; oversees and ensures the timely processing and delivery of required materials.
Reviews the policies and procedures involved in departmental programs; suggests improvements; and ensures that rules comply with university standards.
Analyzes data and information generated or produced by program; writes reports and other written materials based on this data.
Verifies the accuracy of all data and information used or generated by program; resolves any discrepancies or problems.
Responds to requests for program information by staff, students, and faculty; handles any necessary correspondence.
Serves as liaison for department; coordinates activities and exchanges information.
Qualifications
Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
EDUCATION
Required
High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
4 years of related work experience
SKILLS
Required
Proficient communication skills
Maintains a high degree of professionalism
Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
Highly thorough and dependable
Possesses a high degree of initiative
Ability to build strong customer relationships
Working Conditions / Demands
This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Additional Information
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Work Location
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Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
Multiple plan options for medical insurance
Dental insurance
Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
Additional supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition benefit for IU classes
10 paid holidays per year
Generous Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.
Job Classification
Career Level: Mastery
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: General Administration
Job Family: Program Management
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